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We are seeking three diligent cleaners to clean our offices, toilets, kitchen/break rooms, residential and all general areas in our premises at Clapham Junction.

The hours of work are 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday either

• 4:00am to 8:00am or
• 9.00am to 1.00pm and 1.00pm to 5.00pm on alternate weeks

As well as having proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment, you will be familiar with Health and Safety procedures relating to cleaning, including COSHH regulations and manual handling. Basic literacy and computer skills are essential in this cleaner role, to complete timesheets, report maintenance and similar communications.

Successful applicants for the Cleaner post will be required to wear personal protective equipment as supplied and to undertake a DBS check.

Salary and Location

• Band CLG, London Spine points 46-44
• Starting salary: £31,639 p.a. rising to £33,334 p.a. pro rata in annual increments (equivalent to £17.95 per hour)
• PCS Clapham

Successful candidates for the Cleaner post will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures relating to cleaning including COSHH
• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively

The main duties of the Cleaner role include:

• Maintaining clean

-toilets, washrooms and showers

-office and common areas

-kitchen and rest areas

• Reporting minor repairs and maintenance faults to line manager

The ability to clean to a high standard, work on your own initiative, meet deadlines, and support the cleaning team are all essential requirements for a successful Cleaner at PCS.

Closing date: at 12 midday on Wednesday 6 May 2026

Interviews will be held at PCS Clapham: Wednesday 20 May 2026

About PCS

PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.

Employer Benefits

You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including

• flexible working
• childcare and family support
• generous maternity/paternity leave
• 32 days leave and Christmas closure
• pension scheme
• employee assistance programme

Learning and Development

The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.

PCS Recruiting Process

We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.

Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.

Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.

• CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
• PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
• All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.

Please view our guidance for applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION: CLEANER

Ref: 0826

Grade: CLG, London

Salary:

Spine points 46 - 44

Starting salary £31,639 p.a. rising to £33,334 p.a. pro rata

Location: PCS Clapham

Purpose of the job:

The key purpose of this role is to ensure all offices, services and common areas are kept clean by both scheduled and unscheduled cleaning services.

Responsible to: Cleaning Supervisor

Responsible for: Not applicable

Contacts

External: Not applicable

Internal: Members of staff, tenants and visitors to PCS Clapham

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Cleaning toilets, washrooms and showers

• Empty and clean waste bins and renew bin liners
• Clean and disinfect toilet seats both sides
• Clean and disinfect toilet pans, urinals and hand basins
• Clean and disinfect all fixtures and fittings
• Clean and disinfect floors
• Clean and disinfect shower
• Polish mirrors
• Damp wipe windowsills, skirting boards and ledges
• Damp wipe walls, panels and doors
• Clean and disinfect worktops
• Replenish toilet rolls, hand towels and soap liquid
• Fill out cleaning checklist when completed.
• Report minor repairs and maintenance to line manager

2. Cleaning Office and common areas

• Empty and clean all bins and renew bin liners
• Dust, damp wipe and polish all furniture, windowsills, ledges, skirting boards etc.
• Dust, damp wipe and polish all fixture and fittings
• Clean and dust computers, photocopiers etc
• Remove hand marks etc. from all viewing panels
• Wash cups, glasses and jugs
• Put out water, jugs and glasses in meeting rooms
• Prepare refreshments for meetings
• Clean outside casing of hot and cold drinks machines
• Remove marks from furniture, walls, doors etc.
• Dust window blinds
• Vacuum carpets including stairs
• Clean and mop all hard floors including stairs
• Clean and polish handrails on stairs and landings
• Dispose of all rubbish in the correct manner and designated area
• Dispose of food waste in correct bins.
• Keep the cleaning cupboard clean and tidy
• Replenish consumables in breakout area
• Remove all utensils from meetings once it has finished
• Replenish paper towel and cups
• Prepare refreshments for meetings
• Remove all catering utensils at the end of day (If required)

3. Cleaning Kitchen & Breakout Areas (if required)

• Empty and clean waste bins and renew bin liners
• Clean and disinfect sink and taps
• Clean and disinfect worktops and tabletops
• Clean and disinfect all fixtures and fittings, including fridges & Microwaves.
• Clean and disinfect floors
• Vacuum carpets
• Damp wipe windowsills, skirting boards and ledges
• Damp wipe walls, panels and doors
• Replenish all consumables.
• Report minor repairs and maintenance to line manager

4. Deep clean (if required)

• High - level dust and wash walls
• High - level dust and wash ceilings and vents
• High - level dust and wash furniture
• High - level clean window blinds
• Clean windows
• Clean up after builders and contractors
• Scrub and buff and polish hard floors

5. Clean Carpet (if required)

• Move furniture and equipment
• Use a heavy-duty carpet cleaner and extractor
• Use a carpet scrubbing machine
• Replace furniture and equipment

6. Other

• Reporting minor repairs and maintenance faults to line manager
• Reporting Health and Safety Risks to line manager

7. General

• At all times implement and promote the PCSs equal opportunities policy adhering to the PCS Values
• Take due and reasonable care of him / herself and others in respect of
• Health & Safety at Work
• PCS is committed to the training and development of all its employees and the post holder has a responsibility to participate
• Act in a manner that enhances the work of PCS and its overall public image
• In all work activities, comply with data protection legislation and PCSs requirements for the protection of personal information and the privacy of individuals.
• Such other duties that may reasonably be required and that are within the level of the responsibility of this post

Progression beyond the minimum spine point is dependent on training and/or duties completed.

Person Specification: CLEANER

Ref: 0826

Date: April 2026

Location: PCS Clapham

ESSENTIAL FACTORS

EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience of cleaning in an office or industrial environment
• Deep cleaning procedures
• Carpet cleaning

TRAINING

(including continuous professional development)

• Evidence of ongoing training and continuing professional development
• Commitment to participation in appraisal and development review process
• Commitment to undertake job-related training

KNOWLEDGE

• Health and safety procedures relating to cleaning
• COSHH storage and use of hazardous materials
• Manual handling

SKILLS

• Basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to work to set deadlines
• Application of diligence within work area

OTHER

• Commitment to the application of Equal Opportunities policies and practices at work
• Understanding of own role in maintaining legal compliances within PCS (e.g. data protection; health and safety)
• Flexible approach to work and willing to work outside of normal office hours and location on occasions

What we do is extraordinary.

And we need a Head of Fundraising who understands all of that.

Let’s start with the obvious.

You’ll need a sense of humour for this job.

Because we work with animals and children — and both have a habit of humbling you, daily.

HorseWorld Trust rescues abused and neglected horses and gives them a second chance at a meaningful life. Some of those horses go on to support vulnerable children and young people — including those with SEMH needs, SEND and children in care — through our Discovery – Discover Horses, Discover Yourself™ programme.

What we do is extraordinary.
It is also muddy, unpredictable, emotional, joyful, heartbreaking, funny and deeply human.

About HorseWorld (the real version)

Horses are incredible animals. They’ve carried humans into war; it’s no wonder they can read exactly what a child needs, often before the child knows it themselves.

Sadly, some people still abuse and neglect them. That’s where the HorseWorld hug comes in. With us, horses are safe. They live out all year round, form herds, roll in the mud, escape occasionally (because… horses), and get to live like horses again.

Our 160-acre farm is minutes from Bristol and Bath, but feels like a different world. In winter, photoshoots and tours involve waterproofs and wellies. In summer, it’s an outdoor oasis.

We do serious work — and we also believe in joy:

· Horse Festivals

· Carol services

· Massive corporates on their knees pulling ragwort

We are kind, committed, slightly irreverent, and very proud of what we do.

Why this role exists (the honest bit)

We raise around £1.5m a year against operating costs of around £2.5m.

Fundraising needs to grow — but more importantly, it needs to work better.

This role exists to:

• grow sustainable, controllable income
• improve return on investment (ROI)
• focus on what actually delivers impact
• stop doing things that don’t (even if they’re well-loved)

You won’t be expected to perform miracles.
You will be expected to bring clarity, judgement and leadership — with empathy and humour intact.

The role (what you’ll actually do)

As Head of Fundraising & Communications, you will:

• Sit on the Senior Management Team and report to the CEO
• Lead all fundraising and marketing comms activity
• Take responsibility for income and cost-effectiveness
• Shape strategy, set priorities and make evidence-based decisions
• Personally steward a small number of key major donors and partners

You’ll lead a talented team covering:

· Individual Giving

· Major Donors & Philanthropy

· Corporate Partnerships

· Trusts & Grants

· Digital Content

• Data, CRM & Compliance

You’ll also work closely with our Heads of Equine Welfare and Discovery to fundraise for our work with vulnerable horses & children.

Who this role is for

You’ll probably thrive here if you:

· Are an experienced charity fundraiser who’s seen how things really work

· Understand that “more activity” is not the same as “more impact”

· Care about ROI and relationships

· Can make tough decisions without losing kindness

· Are both proactive and adaptable

· A great communicator and relationship builder

· Are comfortable talking to Trustees one minute and standing in a muddy field the next

· Can laugh when a horse wanders into a carefully planned moment (because it will)

You don’t need to be an equine expert — but you do need to like animals, people, and the beautiful messiness of both.

What we offer

· A genuinely senior SMT role with real authority and Board backing

· Space to think, not just react

· A values-led organisation that tells the truth

· A team that works hard, laughs often and cares deeply

-        Horses who will keep you grounded (sometimes literally)

Final thought

This is not a polished, corporate fundraising role.

It is a meaningful one — rooted in rescue, recovery, growth and second chances.

If you want to lead fundraising in a place where the work matters, the people are lovely, the horses are honest, and humour is not optional — we’d love to hear from you.

Key Details
Salary: £50,000 per annum depending on experience plus benefits
Hours: 35 per week (Mon–Fri, some weekends)
Location: HorseWorld Trust, Bristol
Reports to: CEO

 DBS required

Application Details

To apply for this role please complete the  application form (available to download from our website or contact us to request the form).

 This role is subject to a DBS check, and you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK. We are a Safer Recruitment organisation and this is mandatory.

About Us

Working Animals International is the new name for SPANA. Our name has changed, but our mission, values and life-changing work to transform the welfare of working animals worldwide remains the same. 

We are dedicated to transforming the welfare of working animals in greatest need globally. By increasing access to skills, knowledge and resources and campaigning for policy change we're building a world where working animals are healthy and valued, communities are stronger and livelihoods are more secure.

About this role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our small finance team as Finance Officer. This is a key role that will report to our Finance Manager and work closely with colleagues across the organisation so that our financial processes run smoothly and accurately.

We’re an international charity, so we work in multiple currencies. Key responsibilities in this role are liaising with domestic and overseas offices, suppliers, banks and partners. Please see the job description for full details, including responsibilites and a person specification. 

Contract, location and salary

This is a permanent, full-time (34.5 hours per week) role. This is a UK based position, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK currently and for the duration of the contract. 

The salary for this role is circa £34,000 per annum. We also offer benefits including a generous company pension scheme, and healthcare cashplan. 

Further information and how to apply

Please review the job description for full details. The deadline for applications is 23:59 GMT on Monday 25 May 2026. 

About Us

National charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services – because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.

About the Role

Job title: Trusts & Foundations Assistant
Responsible to: Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager
Location: Based at Head Office in Saunderton near High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, with flexible hybrid working
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £30,000 per annum 

As part of the Trusts and Foundations Team, you will:

• Contribute to delivering departmental objectives and income targets through effective fundraising activity.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues across the organisation, senior staff, trustees, and external trust and foundation representatives.
• Develop and write compelling funding applications to secure support from charitable trusts and foundations.
• Provide administrative support to the Trusts and Foundations Team and the Director of Income Generation.

The Trusts and Foundations Team is working towards an income target of £1.3m in 2026 to 2027, with planned growth to £2.1m by 2029 to 2030.

Key Responsibilities

Trusts and Foundations Support (approx. 3 days per week)

• Build and maintain positive relationships with trust and foundation funders through professional and timely communication.
• Draft clear, accurate and compelling funding applications and reports to a consistently high standard.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date funder records using Microsoft Dynamics 365, ensuring data integrity to support pipeline management and reporting.
• Manage the Trusts inbox, responding to enquiries and directing them to the appropriate team member where required.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Trusts and Foundations Team, including managing correspondence, filing and processing donations.
• Support wider income generation activity, including events, funder visits and stewardship activity.

Director of Income Generation Support (approx. 2 days per week)

• Support the Director of Income Generation with cross-departmental coordination and ad hoc projects, including meeting preparation, minute-taking and distribution of key documents.
• Provide timely and accurate information to support the Director of Income Generation’s reporting and planning requirements.

About You

The following attributes are essential for the role:

• Good writing skills and a sharp eye for details.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Good numeracy skills.
• Strong IT skills.
• A creative thinker and able to spot opportunities.
• Ability to represent Hearing Dogs for Deaf People.
• Ability to plan and prioritise your own work and meet deadlines.

If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 22nd May 2026.

Are you an experienced relationship fundraiser who wants to help secure transformational gifts that change the lives of dogs in the UK?
We’re looking for a Major Gifts Development Manager to build a pipeline of new and existing donors across the North of England and Midlands. This ambitious new position will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Dogs Trust’s work in the region.

What does this role do?
As Major Gift Development Manager, you will:

• build a pipeline of prospective supporters in the region, proactively arranging meetings and approaches with potential donors, identifying individuals who are passionate about animal welfare and may support our work,
• create memorable experiences that bring supporters closer to Dogs Trust by delivering bespoke, creative stewardship plans, underpinned by a deep understanding of donor motivations,
• be a key representative of Dogs Trust with high‑value supporters and senior volunteers and work closely with internal colleagues to create close relationships with donors, providing them with a compelling and fulfilling supporter journey,
• identify opportunities to develop relationships with senior volunteers and influential individuals to strengthening relationships in the region.

This is a hybrid role that will combine working from home and visiting local rehoming centres for meetings with donors across the region. The role will be contractually based at one of the following rehoming centres: Darlington, Leeds, Manchester, Merseyside, Shrewsbury, Kenilworth, Loughborough or Snetterton.

Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for Wednesday 13th and Thursday 14th May and will take place on Teams.

Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll be a natural connector who thrives on meeting new people and building trust. You’ll have experience of fundraising and working with High Net Worth Individuals and making five-figure asks and above, or supporting senior colleagues with making those asks. You’ll need excellent communication skills, with the ability to write compelling proposals and build strong 1-1 relationships. While you’d ideally have experience in Major Gifts, we’d welcome applications from candidates who have fundraising or relationship management experience in other disciplines and are keen to develop their skills in this area. A commitment to the work we do at Dogs Trust is essential, as this must shine through while interacting with supporters.

About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
 
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Team: Supporter Services

Location: Haywards Heath (Hybrid working, approx. 2 days per week office based however flexibility is required)

Work pattern: 35 hours per week

Salary: Up to £33,994.86 per annum

Contract: Fixed term for 12 months

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Income Processing Team Leader

• To lead the team of Income Processing Advisors who are responsible for managing fundraising income processing, the efficient coding and allocation of fundraising income, and the accurate creation and maintenance of supporter records.
• This role will liaise with colleagues across the organisation to understand and develop governing principles of fundraising processing and administration of donations, to help deliver the best possible service to a wide range of customers, including supporters, staff and volunteers.

About the Supporter Services team:

• Supporter Services is part of the Cats Protection Marketing & Income Generation directorate, and includes the Income Processing, Supporter Care, and Gift Aid teams
• We answer queries from supporters about memberships, sponsorships, lotteries, raffles and donations. We also record and update the contact preferences of our supporters to ensure we only send communications which are wanted.
• Queries are received by telephone, email and post
• We currently have a team of 11

What we’re looking for in our Income Processing Team Leader:

• Demonstrable experience of line managing staff including setting objectives, managing performance, conduct, staff development, induction and training in line with organisational policies
• Experience of working in an income processing role, preferably within a fundraising environment
• Experience of developing, monitoring and maintaining recording systems and procedures
• IT literate – proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and CRM databases (preferably Care or similar
• Knowledge of fundraising activities

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits
• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
• and much more, which you can learn about 

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 5th May

Virtual interview date: Week commencing 18th May 2026

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.  You may be just the right candidate. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

SUNDAY TIMES BEST PLACE TO WORK 2024 AND 2025

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: To provide excellent managerial support to the Community Service Support department and lead by example by showing the ability to communicate interpersonal skills, problem solve, decision making and time management. To help ensure that the team carry out accurate and timely follow ups with all new and ongoing cases. To build rapport with our clients in a warm and friendly manner and have empathy with our client’s needs. To quickly identify any problems and ensure each conversation is handled in a compassionate manner.

A good telephone manner is essential, together with excellent literacy and IT skills, coupled with the ability to work to tight deadlines, often under pressure. This is a sensitive role which requires an individual with the ability to handle confidential information and correspondence

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

I) Responsible for managing and motivating the Community Service Support team to include delegation of tasks.

II) To control and expedite escalation cases as well as manage relationships with owners and their families.

III) To communicate effectively with team members, provide feedback and support as well as addressing any issues or concerns and where necessary make a referral to the Head of Department.

IV) To monitor performance and capability of the team as individuals and also as part of a team, carry out 1:1 meetings and suitable and productive Performance Management meetings annually. You will also be responsible for any staff welfare or disciplinary procedures that arise, within the team.

V) Deporting and analysis of data.

VI) To oversee applications and interviews for any new team members VII) To consider training needs as and when required to help develop employees skill set and ability to perform their roll as effectively as possible.

VIII) To help answer all incoming calls and general queries relating to community service support for our clients.

IX) Throughout the course of your work to ensure you record your responses on each individual case on our database.

 X) Ensure responses to both incoming and outgoing department letters are updated on each case, to ensure a prompt reply and timely referral where necessary.

XI) Throughout the course of your work, to identify when on the phone, possible good stories to enable us to approach and persuade all individuals involved to submit an article for the newsletter.

XII) To handle telephone inquiries and relay messages where appropriate.

XIII) To demonstrate a proactive, positive and flexible attitude to all our clients.

XIV) To have flexibility to work additional hours for holiday and sickness cover when directed.

XV) To liaise with all other staff of the Trust in a flexible manner.

XVI) At all times to ensure and maintain a compassionate, professional and efficient public image for the Trust.

Together with such additional general duties as the Employer shall reasonably require, having regard to the needs of the Employer’s business as a Charitable Trust

At Animal Trust Vets CIC, our purpose is simple: To make trusted veterinary care easy to access, so pets and people live happier, healthier lives. 

We are looking for an Employer Brand & Talent Marketing Specialist to help us attract great people to a mission-led organisation doing meaningful work. This is a hands-on role focused on strengthening how Animal Trust is seen by current and future colleagues, improving candidate attraction, and helping us tell a clear, authentic story about difference we make to the lives of pets and the people who care for them. 

You will lead the development of our employer brand, talent marketing and external reputation activity across owned, earned and paid channels, including LinkedIn, careers content, recruitment campaigns, professional press, PPC and online reputation platforms. You will work closely with colleagues across Recruitment, Operations and Marketing to create content, campaigns and candidate messaging that reflect the reality of working at Animal Trust and support recruitment in priority areas. 

This role would suit someone who combines strong writing, digital marketing and brand instincts with practical delivery. You will be as comfortable planning a campaign as you are writing content, managing social channels, improving job advert quality, supporting media opportunities, monitoring reputation, and tracking results. 

What you will do 

• Develop and maintain Animal Trust’s employer brand and employee value proposition in a way that is authentic, distinctive and aligned to our purpose and values. 
• Lead talent marketing activity across owned, earned and paid channels to improve attraction for priority roles and locations. 
• Manage LinkedIn, careers content and employer-facing digital channels including website. 
• Support PR to professional and trade press, helping identify stories, draft content, build media opportunities and strengthen Animal Trust’s profile as an employer and veterinary organisation. 
• Develop PPC campaigns linked to recruitment and brand visibility. 
• Monitor and help manage online reputation, including review platforms and wider digital sentiment, using insight to improve candidate and customer perception. 
• Create compelling careers content, including colleague stories, role campaigns, videos, photos, recruitment pages, social posts and case studies. 
• Improve the quality and consistency of recruitment marketing materials including job adverts, campaign messaging and candidate communications. 
• Work with recruitment teams to identify attraction challenges and build targeted campaigns. 
• Help strengthen the candidate experience by making communications clearer, more engaging and more brand-aligned. 
• Track performance and provide insight on what is improving reach, engagement, applications and quality. 

What we are looking for 

• Experience in employer brand, recruitment marketing, talent attraction, communications, social media, PR or a similar role. 
• Strong copywriting and content creation skills.
• Experience managing LinkedIn and digital content channels professionally.
• Good understanding of how employer reputation is shaped across social, review and media channels.
• Experience of managing or supporting PPC / paid digital campaigns and interpreting performance data. 
• Ability to turn complex or operational realities into clear, engaging content.
• Comfort working independently while building strong relationships across teams.
• A practical, values-led approach and sound judgement in representing an organisation publicly. 

Hours: 20 hours per week
Working pattern: Flexible rota to suit your schedule, with hybrid working options available
Salary: Up to £21,500 for 20 hours per week (depending on experience)

Why join Animal Trust? 

This is a chance to shape how a purpose-led veterinary organisation tells its story to current and future colleagues. You will help attract people who care about animal welfare, access to care and doing good work in the right way. 

The Grants and Programmes Manager will manage the delivery of a portfolio of work within the Grants and Programmes function at Battersea. This is an exciting time for Battersea as we expand our work to impact more dogs and cats.
Over the coming five years it is planned that the size and complexity of our activities will grow, including the establishment of several multi-year programmes in the UK and abroad.

This is a senior role within the Grants and Programmes team in the Global Programmes Directorate, requiring excellent experience of people management, strategic leadership and good grant making practice.

The successful postholder should be comfortable making proposals, suggesting alternative approaches and solutions, supporting the contributions of others, and advancing the collective interests of a team. They should also be comfortable working with considerable scope, and complexity and nurturing relationships with colleagues and external partners as an integral element of the role. The successful postholder should be able to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, to pose and field questions of considerable complexity and sensitivity and use discretion in carrying out a constructive and effective dialogue; they will be comfortable with proposing ideas, engaging in productive debate, supporting the contributions of others, and in other ways advancing Battersea’s strategic interests.

What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym membership and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. If you would like to talk more about this, please contact us. Greyscale copies of the recruitment pack are also available on request.

More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

Closing Date: 3rd May 2026
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Interview Details:

• First Stage: Online (via MS Teams) with a task to complete. The task will be shared when invited to interview - w/c 18th May 2026
• Second Stage: In Person - Date to be confirmed

For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.

Team: Community Operations 

Location: Hybrid in North Wales (comprising of Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham) 

Work pattern: 35 hours per week 

Salary: Up to £31,918.98 per year

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. 

Will you join us and make life better for cats? 

Responsibilities of our Community Operations Volunteer Team Manager 

• Lead and grow a regional volunteer network across multiple locations, supporting hubs and branches, implementing local plans, and exploring new ways of working to meet community needs 

• Recruit, induct and coordinate volunteers, managing campaigns, interviews, onboarding, and rotas to ensure smooth operations across multiple locations 

• Support and engage volunteers, promoting best practice, resolving issues, and recognising contributions through regular communications and celebration events 

• Collaborate across teams and manage risk, ensuring health and safety, safeguarding, and organisational procedures are embedded in volunteer activities 

About the Community Operations team: 

• the community operations team is responsible for supporting our volunteers in centres and branches to work towards our strategy – All for Cats. 

• our centres and branches care for thousands of cats each year until they are able to find a loving new home. 

• the team consists of Community Operations Volunteer Team Leaders, an Area Branch Development Manager, Regional Community Operations Manager and a Community Support Manager as well as multiple branch teams and volunteers across the region 

What we’re looking for in our Community Operations Volunteer Team Manager 

• Team leader/supervisory experience of both employees and volunteers 

• Good understanding of volunteer management 

• Full valid UK manual driving licence 

What we can offer you: 

• range of health benefits 

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service 

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing 

• and much more, which you can learn about

Interested? Here’s how to apply: 

Application closing date:03 May 2026 

Virtual interview date: w/c 18th May 2026 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include: 

1. anonymised application form 

1. virtual or in-person 

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes. 

Please email us if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey. 

We are looking for someone with extensive land advice and ecological experience, together with an entrepreneurial spirit. If you feel you have the drive, knowledge and experience that we need, and you would like to work with people who care passionately about the future of wildlife, we would love to hear from you.

You’ll be leading the Trust’s Landscapes Recovery team within the Nature Recovery Directorate, reporting to the Director of Nature Recovery. 

About the role

This role will lead and manage the Trust’s Landscapes Recovery team, working alongside the Rivers Recovery Manager, and a range of external partners to develop new funding mechanisms and facilitate delivery of nature recovery schemes at scale across Hertfordshire & Middlesex. The postholder will also work closely with the Trust’s Nature Reserves Manager to ensure a coordinated and strategic approach to our nature recovery work, both on our reserves and in the wider urban and rural landscape.

About the Trust

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local conservation charity working to protect wildlife and help people connect with nature. With a team of volunteers we care for wild places so that nature has a place to thrive. We help people experience the wildlife on their doorsteps and to take steps to protect it.

We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.

Our head office is based in the attractive setting of Verulamium Park on the outskirts of St Albans.

Our staff team are enthusiastic, friendly and committed to wildlife conservation and exemplifies our values of professionalism, valuing contributions by others and continuing to improve.

How do we support you?

The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.

In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out more on our website. 

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff.

Please see our recruitment pack for more information and on how to apply on our website. 

“Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level”

Senior Project Manager - Nature South West
Reference: APR20269784
Location: Flexible (within the area covered by Nature South West). The post holder must have the ability to travel throughout the South West where necessary.
Contract: 24 Months Fixed Term
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £40,381.00 - £43,113.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave

Do you have a passion for saving nature in the South West of England? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the next phase of Nature South West (NSW)-a bold regional initiative accelerating large-scale nature recovery through collaboration, technical support, and investment readiness.

Hosted by the RSPB, and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Project Manager will coordinate partners, manage the creation of investable propositions, engage with funders, oversee communications and events, and secure further funding. The ideal candidate will have experience in green finance, nature recovery policy, and multi-stakeholder project delivery. Due to the breadth of the work, the job will be exciting and varied, with a real opportunity to make a big difference to nature.

About Nature South West

The South West of England is rich in natural resources and has the potential to lead the UK in green technologies and nature-based solutions. Its economy is deeply intertwined with the health of its ecosystems, supporting industries like agriculture, tourism, fishing, and renewable energy.

However, the region is under significant pressure from the climate and biodiversity crises, which threaten both its environment and economy. Nature is often overlooked in financial decision-making, and restoration efforts are typically short-term and underfunded.

Nature South West (NSW) has emerged to fill this critical gap. Acting as a regional bridge between local delivery partners and large-scale funders, NSW will bring together expertise and project opportunities to define shared priorities for nature recovery. These priorities will be shaped into investible propositions that meet environmental, economic, and social needs, enabling projects to attract broader and more sustained funding.

NSW is initially focusing on two of the South West’s most vital natural systems: rivers and wetlands, and coastal and marine habitats. These landscapes are not only rich in biodiversity but also critical to the region’s resilience-supporting clean water, carbon storage, flood protection, and local livelihoods. By convening partners, sharing expertise, and championing investible nature recovery opportunities, NSW is positioning the South West as a national leader in nature-based solutions and unlocking new pathways for public and private investment.

Key areas of work will include:

• Responsibility for all aspects of project coordination and delivery of the Nature South West Project Plan, activities and outputs.
• Manage the project budget ensuring that necessary changes are escalated and approved.
• Engaging with stakeholders
• Identify, record, manage and communicate risks and issues, putting in place appropriate contingency actions where required.
• Managing the procurement and contractor tendering process for evaluation, website design/delivery and green finance specialist.
• Managing and overseeing consultants & contractors.
• Reporting and claiming - produce the relevant project documentation to meet the requirements of the RSPB, The National Lottery Heritage Fund, our partners and other funders.

What we need from you:

We’re seeking a dynamic and adaptable individual who can lead a complex programme with confidence and clarity.

Essential skills and experience:

• Energy, enthusiasm, and adaptability to deliver a multi-faceted programme on time and on budget
• Experience in project management, event coordination, and/or communications
• Proven ability to work independently and take initiative
• Experience delivering large-scale, complex projects or programmes
• Knowledge of green finance, particularly in securing blended finance for large-scale environmental projects with co-benefits
• Experience with procurement, tendering, and contractor management
• Understanding of nature recovery priorities in policy and legislation, and how they apply in the South West
• Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver complex projects; knowledge of South West partners is desirable
• Experience writing business cases or funding bids, and overseeing project delivery and reporting
• Excellent communication skills and a well-organised approach to work

Additional Information

• This is a 24-month Full-Time role for 37.5 hours per week which is funded through the National Lottery Heritage Fund as part of the Nature South West programme.
• Reports to: The RSPB, with operational guidance provided by the Nature South West Board, comprising representatives of Natural England, the Environment Agency, National Trust, Blackdown Hills National landscape, NFU, Devon Wildlife Trust, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership.

Closing date: 23:59, Monday 11th May 2026

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.

No agencies please.

Planning and Policy Officer
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-Time, 21 hours a week
Salary: £27,108 - £29,860 FTE per annum
Location: Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1RY
We offer hybrid working as a flexible working arrangement. 

About Us

Norfolk Wildlife Trust is the county’s largest environmental charity, committed to the protection and enhancement of Norfolk’s wildlife and wild places.

Norfolk Wildlife Trust is a registered charity and the oldest Wildlife Trust in the country. Established in 1926, we now manage over 60 nature reserves and other protected sites in Norfolk including ten kilometres of coastline, nine Norfolk broads, nine National Nature Reserves and five ancient woodlands.

About You and The Role

The Planning and Policy Officer will play a crucial role, leading on planning and development responses on behalf of the Trust.

The successful candidate will bring experience of preparing or responding to development plans and planning applications, and a good knowledge of the UK planning system and environmental protection legislation. They will use their skills and experience to make sure nature’s voice is heard in the planning system.

In return, we offer a competitive benefits package.

The closing date for applications is Monday 11th May 2026.
Interviews are likely to take place the w/c 18th May.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply (Redirect to recruiter) button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We value respect, integrity, trust and responsibility. We want our people to be as diverse as nature itself and so we particularly encourage applications from those currently under-represented within our sector, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We welcome people of all backgrounds and levels of experience with nature, and continually strive to improve our culture and practices. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. Please let us know if you require any adjustment processes to make our recruitment process more accessible.

No agencies please.

Predominantly home-based with regular travel to locations across the UK
up to £45,000 per annum
Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)

Office facilities are available at our Newark office at The Kiln, Waterside, Mather Road, Newark, NG24 1WT, for those within easy travelling distance. There is a requirement to attend in-person the monthly team meetings at the Newark office

Closing date for applications: 10th May 2026

First interview:  27th May 2026 (Online)

Second interview: 3rd June 2026 (Online)

About Us

The Wildlife Trusts are a grassroots movement of people from a wide range of backgrounds and all walks of life, who believe that we need nature and nature needs us. We have more than 945,000 members, over 33,000 volunteers, 4,100 staff and 600 trustees. There are 46 individual Wildlife Trusts, each of which is a place-based independent charity with its own legal identity, formed by groups of people getting together and working with others to make a positive difference to wildlife and future generations, starting where they live and work.

Every Wildlife Trust is part of The Wildlife Trusts federation and a corporate member of the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts, a registered charity in its own right founded in 1912 and one of the founding members of IUCN – the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Taken together this federation of 47 charities is known as The Wildlife Trusts.

The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world we all live in. We need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if we are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. We recognise that this will require big, bold changes in the way The Wildlife Trusts work, not least in how we mobilise others and support them to organise within their own communities.

About You

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in securing transformational support for nature in the UK and beyond. Working with senior leaders to build and steward high-value donor relationships, we are seeking an experienced and ambitious Major Gifts Fundraiser with exceptional relationship-building, communication and storytelling skills, and a commitment to inspiring philanthropic support for nature’s recovery.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute not only to income growth but also to strengthen major donor fundraising across The Wildlife Trusts.

We are looking for an exceptional Major Gifts Fundraiser to join one of the UK’s most cherished nature charities at a pivotal moment for nature’s recovery.

In this influential role, you will be instrumental in expanding our network of high-net-worth supporters. Working closely with our Head of Major Donor Fundraising, Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team and our Wildlife Trust colleagues, you will focus on identifying and cultivating meaningful, long-term relationships, that delivers transformational support for nature’s recovery in the UK.

You will be a confident, compelling communicator, and engaging Major Gifts Fundraiser, with the ability to express The Wildlife Trusts’ case for support in tackling the nature and climate emergencies, both through our work on nature’s restoration on the ground to driving change through policy, influencing and campaigning. You will be highly experienced in inspiring donors by connecting their values with our mission to tackle the climate and nature emergencies.

We are looking for an experienced Major Gifts Fundraiser with a track record of securing significant restricted and unrestricted income. You will be skilled at initiating and developing mutually beneficial relationships, motivated by ambitious targets and driven by the opportunity to make a genuine difference for nature.

The Wildlife Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgmental and are inclusive. We particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.

RSWT take our Safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously. Please click here to read our commitment statement. The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level.

RSWT are committed to increasing the diversity of its staff through its Levelling the Field recruitment pledge and, as a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming recruitment experience for all applicants. Applicants with disabilities and from ethnic minority backgrounds, will be considered for the next stage of the selection process should they meet all the minimum criteria for the role outlined in the person specification detailed as essential criteria in the recruitment pack. As part of our Disability Confident Scheme, RSWT offers an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities and therefore not all applicants with disabilities would be entitled to an interview as they must still satisfy the minimum requirements for the job. This commitment is designed to help reduce barriers and promote equal opportunity. We actively work to remove barriers throughout the recruitment journey and are dedicated to creating an accessible and supportive recruitment experience by offering reasonable adjustments at every stage of the recruitment process, as well as within the workplace. If you would benefit from any adjustments to support you during your application or interview process, please let us know and we will be pleased to put the appropriate support in place.

At RSWT, we are committed to creating a safe environment where discrimination, bullying, and harassment are not tolerated. We expect everyone to uphold, respect, and support our zero-tolerance policy. Please be aware we may not accept applications if we have reason to believe they have been wholly produced using generative AI tools.