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Care to Dance is looking for a passionate, highly organised and relationship-focused Programme Manager to lead our programmes across the Midlands and North.

You’ll work closely with our dance teachers, social workers, local authority partners, carers and communities to make sure our programmes are consistent and high-quality. You’ll support our team, build strong partnerships and help create more opportunities for care-experienced young people to belong, express themselves and thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, values-led charity and play an important role in shaping and strengthening our work across the region.

Must be based in Midlands or North East.

 JOB TITLE: Project Officer - Adapted Sports

DEPARTMENT: Chelsea Foundation

LOCATION: Stamford Bridge, London

CONTRACT: 12-month FTC,  35 hours any 5 of 7 days (including evenings, weekends and anti-social hours when needed)

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: To lead on all Adapted Sport Programmes at Chelsea FC Foundation. Specifically developing and delivering new strands of adapted sports sessions across a variety of sports that target population of 40 years+, working closely with local and national stakeholders.

Closing date: 13th August

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. In the event that we receive a large number of applications, the position may be filled before the listed closing date. To avoid missing out, please submit your application at your earliest convenience.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To work closely with the Population Health Senior Project officer to develop, deliver and lead adapted sports programmes, in line with the requirements set out by the funding providers. Activities may include walking football, tennis, cricket, rugby, netball or boccia.
• Deliver a range of adapted sports and lifestyle changing activities within the Community and across NHS partnerships, including provision during evening and weekends.
• Deliver and coordinate pathways for special population programmes and support the Health and Wellbeing team with referrals.
• Ensure success stories are captured, working with Chelsea FC Foundation/Chelsea FC media staff.
• Prepare delivery programmes and sessions plans that support the project outcomes. Ensuring participation forms, recording sheets and registers are completed accurately and entered in CFCF’s monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Support the line management of adapted sports programme staff.
• Work with the Health and Wellbeing team to build external relationships to sustain future programme funding.
• Ensure all CFCF health & safety and safeguarding procedures are implemented prior to any activity starting, including quality assuring sessional staff delivery.

MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE:

• To be a positive role model, creating a safe, positive, and fun environment in which to motivate and encourage the community to live a healthy and active lifestyle.
• Build relationships with partner charities, CCO’s, NGB’s and local authorities for the benefit of the Adapted Sports programme.                 
• To lead on the monitoring and evaluation for all Adapted Sports projects in accordance with the needs of each funder, including liaison with the Premier League Charitable Fund as a ‘Salesforce’ user.
• Be responsible for the safeguarding of participants across all Adapted Sports programmes, liaising and reporting into the Safeguarding Lead for Health and Wellbeing and associated partner Safeguarding Team’s to ensure a clear line of reporting to CFC Safeguarding Hub.
• Ensure success stories are captured through working with Chelsea FC Foundation/Chelsea FC media staff.
• Complete and submit project reports at 6-month intervals, or as and when required internally or in accordance with the needs of each funder.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

Essential

• Relevant professional and/or academic qualifications or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the industry sector.
• Level 1 Sports Coaching Qualification, Emergency Aid and Safeguarding Children Certificates.
• Ability to travel to activity & meetings across London, Surrey and surrounding areas / Clean Driving License

Desirable

• Minimum Level 2 REPs recognised health and fitness qualification/special populations or equivalent.
• Level 2 Sports Coaching Qualification, Mental Health First Aid, Emergency Aid and Safeguarding Children Certificates.
• Health Promotion/Public Health/Health and Social Care or equivalent qualifications.

Experience:

Essential

• A strong knowledge of and experience in working in a Charity, and/or Sports & Health industry.
• Have a good understanding of Sports, Health and Older Adult services and charities be able to signpost participants accordingly and build partnerships.
• Experience delivering Adapted Sports, specifically Walking Football across a range of ages and health conditions.
• Experience in working with sporting governing bodies and knowledge player pathway for target demographic.
• Experience in line management of sessional staff members.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Chelsea FC Foundation.
• Knowledge of local demographic and social needs.
• Knowledge of funded sports and football projects.
• Knowledge of Community Club Organisations and Football Charity Programmes.

OUR EXPECTATIONS:

• To embody the club’s BLUE behaviours (Brave, Lead, Unity, Edge) in the approach to work and interaction with others
• To adhere to the club’s policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Financial Authorisation, Confidentiality and GDPR.
• To act as an ambassador for diversity, equality, and inclusion, and demonstrate a positive commitment by treating others fairly in line with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy and reporting any acts of discrimination through appropriate channels
• To create a safe environment and act to protect all young people and vulnerable adults that are either in your care or attending club premises, and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead
• To report any misconduct or suspected misconduct to the HR Department
• To represent the Club in a professional manner at all times, acting as a positive ambassador and upholding the values, reputation, and standards expected across all interactions.
• To take responsibility for ongoing personal and professional development, actively engaging in training, feedback, and learning opportunities to enhance performance.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Chelsea FC, we believe that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to creating an environment where every colleague and every applicant feels valued, respected, and able to be their authentic self. We welcome the unique experiences, perspectives and backgrounds that each person brings, and we celebrate the positive impact this has on our club and community.

We are dedicated to ensuring fair and equitable opportunities for all, and we give full consideration to every applicant regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, or pregnancy and maternity.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter. We’re here to listen, support you, and ensure you have what you need to participate fully.

Chelsea FC is also firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. All successful applicants will be required to complete a DBS check prior to starting employment, and some roles may require additional safeguarding screening where appropriate.

This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the role. Duties may evolve over time to reflect the changing needs and priorities of the Club.

We are recruiting for an experienced and organised Student Records Manager who will lead and manage the NIoT’s operational delivery of student records within Registry. The postholder will ensure that all aspects of student records and student funding at the NIoT are compliant with rules and regulations and that processes are efficient.

About us

The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system.

The Registry team at the NIoT plays a crucial role in the mission of the NIoT by delivering services which support the administration of student records from enrolment through to graduation. The Registry ensures that all aspects of the student lifecycle meet regulatory requirements and provide an exceptional student experience.

About the role

We are recruiting for a Student Records Manager to lead and manage the NIoT’s operational delivery of student records within Registry. The postholder will ensure that all aspects of student records and student funding at the NIoT are compliant with rules and regulations and that processes are efficient. The postholder will be the main point of contact for Faculties and NIoT staff in relation to student records and student finance. The postholder will be expected to work closely with colleagues across the NIoT to ensure that processes and procedures support the delivery of an exceptional student experience.

Essential Criteria:

• A commitment to the aims of the National Institute of Teaching.

• An interest in the education sector and a belief in the value of teachers and school leaders.

• A bachelor’s degree, or equivalent.

• Substantial experience of operations and management of student administration, particularly in student records and student finance.

• Strong understanding of UK higher education regulations and significant experience of Student Finance England regulations and processes.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to receive, understand and convey information that needs careful explanation or interpretation e.g. procedures or regulations and provide guidance to others.

• Strong relationship management skills, including communication, engagement, facilitation and negotiation skills.

• Knowledge of data protection regulations and best practices in handling sensitive information.

• Experience of managing complex administrative processes in an educational setting and managing large data sets.

• Experience of planning, prioritising and organising team tasks to meet deadlines and monitor service delivery and quality.

• Proficient in the use of MS Office software packages, such as Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Experience of using and developing a management information system or CRM system.

• Experience of managing, analysing, interpreting and presenting data.

• The ability to problem solve and resolve both operational and strategic issues.

• Experience of designing and delivering improvements to processes and/or services.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience within a student administration role in Higher Education at a managerial level.

• Experience of policy development and implementation.

• Experience of project management.

• Evidence of continued professional development.

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates looking to further develop their managerial experience within a fast-paced specialist higher education institution, and who wish to utilise their skills and expertise in registry and student finance operations. This is an opportunity to grow your skills in system development and management within a supporting and development focused environment.

Key benefits:

• Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities.

• Flexible start and end working times.

• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working.

• At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays) rising to 33 days after five years’ service.

• Entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of likeminded professionals.

• Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and experience and to progress your career.

The National Institute of Teaching is committed to creating a diverse environment and ensuring that all qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices and are open to job shares, secondments, part-time, and flexible working schedules.

We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

Location: Within commutable distance of one of our campuses in Beckenham, Birmingham, Blackburn, Doncaster, Redcar, Bristol or Bradford.

Contract: Fixed term for 4 years due to funding.

How to apply

For more information and to apply online, please visit our vacancies page.

Closing date: 4.00pm on 17 August 2026.

Interview date: 1 September 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children’s Barred List Check and Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.

Sporting Equals is entering a significant new phase of growth and impact. We are expanding our team to strengthen our influence, deepen community impact, and accelerate system-wide change whilst we also ensuring we have robust internal systems in place. This is an exciting moment to join Sporting Equals - a time of renewed energy, new and strengthened partnerships, and bold ambition to create lasting equity across the sport sector.

We are pleased to announce a new opening for a Part-Time Finance and Operations Manager (FTC).

Why Join Sporting Equals?

· Be part of a mission-driven organisation creating real systemic change

· Work alongside passionate leaders, partners, and communities across the UK

· Contribute to a period of organisational growth, innovation, and renewed strategic focus

· Help ensure sport and physical activity are spaces of belonging, fairness, and opportunity for all

If you are motivated by purpose, impact, and equity, we welcome you to apply.

We are looking for a Finance and Operations Manager who will -

 · Provide practical finance support, operational coordination, and control support to help Sporting Equals transition to a stable, robust position following the bringing of the finance function in-house.

· Deliver the day-to-day operational support, records maintenance, evidence gathering, and internal audit checks required to make the organisation's financial systems work effectively. The post will ensure financial risks are managed and adequate control and assurance measures are in put in place, alongside reporting to the board and the senior leadership team.

· Focus on reducing key-person dependency, improving segregation of duties, strengthening audit readiness, improving cost-centre accuracy, and delivering an office management function. 

How to Apply

For further details on how to apply please visit our careers page. 

Are you looking for a new Challenge?

Do you have experience of working within drug services and with volunteers?

Do you have relevant experience? This might be alcohol or injecting drug use, viral hepatitis or other liver disease. Have you supported anyone who has?

We are looking for a passionate, skilled and self-motivated individual who likes to be part of a team but equally can work on their own. The post holder must have a desire to make a difference in promoting hepatitis C and liver health awareness & access to care among services and affected communities. 

This is an exciting opportunity to work within an existing team across the South East London area.

We may begin interviewing candidates before the closing date and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed. 

Salary: £52,839 per annum
Contract: Fixed-term (12 months)
Location: Battersea, London (Hybrid working with at least 50% office-based)
Closing date: 20th August
Benefits: 28 Day Annual Leave (excl Bank Holidays), Generous Pension scheme (Ie, employee contribution 5%, employer contribution 10.3%), Enhanced Parental Leave

We are thrilled as always to be working with the wonderful team at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home as they look for a Trusts Lead, providing a exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's leading animal welfare charities and lead a high-performing team responsible for securing significant funding from trusts and foundations.

As part of this exciting role, you will lead Battersea's trusts fundraising strategy, managing a team of three and driving income growth from a portfolio of trust and foundation supporters. You will personally manage a selection of high-value relationships, including trusts capable of making six and seven-figure gifts, while overseeing pipeline development, budgeting, forecasting and KPI reporting. Working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, you will ensure a collaborative and strategic approach to trust fundraising, stewardship and income generation.  

To be successful as the Trusts Lead, you will need:

• A proven track record of meeting and exceeding trust and foundation income targets, including securing five and six-figure gifts and developing long-term funding relationships
• Experience of leading, motivating and developing high-performing fundraising teams
• Strong strategic, financial and relationship management skills, including experience managing substantial budgets, forecasts and KPIs, and working effectively with senior stakeholders

If you would like to discuss this role with us please email your CV or contact us and quote the reference 3063JP

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

Role Overview:
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with the client on a fantastic Sales Executive role. This position involves driving membership growth for a prominent industry organisation through proactive outreach, relationship building, and sales activity, all supported by comprehensive training within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and qualify potential membership prospects through inbound and outbound communication.
• Manage sales enquiries, nurture leads, and guide applicants through the membership application process.
• Develop and deliver tailored proposals to meet individual customer needs.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, tracking all sales activities and customer interactions.
• Meet or exceed individual sales targets by converting interest into memberships.
• Represent the organisation at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities.
• Keep informed about the full range of membership products and industry competitors.
• Provide exceptional customer experience throughout the sales journey.
• Prepare regular sales reports and updates in accordance with organizational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with data protection policies and relevant legislation.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in ongoing training to enhance sales skills and product knowledge.

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in sales, particularly with membership or service subscriptions, ideally with CRM systems such as Microsoft Dynamics.
• Skilled in initiating cold calls and following up on warm leads with a customer-focused approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a friendly and professional telephone manner.
• Ability to build strong relationships and demonstrate good questioning and listening skills.
• Organised, with effective time management and prioritisation capabilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and within a team.
• A keen willingness to learn about industry products, market trends, and the organisation’s services.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary: £35,000 pro-rata
• Location: London – Hybrid
• Contract: 6 months

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.

A well-established housing provider in London is seeking an interim Transactional Finance Manager for an initial 3 month period.  The organisation has a strong focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement across its business.

They are looking for a transactional leader who can foster a high performing team environment and improve delivery for the business. 

If you are an experienced finance operational candidate who is confident managing a team and looking for your next position, please apply ASAP as the role is urgent!

An exciting opportunity to join the team as a Bar and Catering Supervisor to work in the Engine Shed Café both in the daytime and for events. Main duties of this role will include, serving customers and setting up for and working a range of student and external events.

An exciting opportunity to join the team as a Bar and Catering Assistant to work in the Engine Shed Café both in the daytime and for events. Main duties of this role will include, serving customers and setting up for and working a range of student and external events.

The post will support our aims to:

• Support the health and wellbeing of the men and boys of Leeds by connecting with the individuals, projects and organisations that engage and support them, facilitating a clear line between the individual health needs of Leeds men and boys and the people who make decisions that affect them. 
• Create a learning environment where best practice can be gathered and shared with any project, individual or organisations supporting men’s health and wellbeing across Leeds.
• Raise awareness of issues affecting men and boys’ health and wellbeing,  and the activities and events which support better outcomes for men.

Are you passionate about supporting young women and girls affected by exploitation, gangs and violence? Do you have the skills to build trusted relationships with vulnerable young people and help them move towards safer, more positive futures?

If so, St Giles Trust is looking for a Female Child Criminal Exploitation Mentor to join a specialist service supporting young women and girls at risk of, or affected by, Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE), Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), county lines activity and gang involvement.

Due to the nature of this role, it is only open to female applicants and the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies.

About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

About the service

This specialist, gender-responsive service supports young women and girls under the age of 18 who are vulnerable to, or actively experiencing, Child Criminal Exploitation, Child Sexual Exploitation, county lines activity and gang involvement.

Delivered by culturally competent female mentors, many with relevant lived experience, the service works alongside statutory and voluntary sector partners to identify and support young women who may otherwise remain hidden from traditional safeguarding pathways.

The service aims to reduce the harm caused by exploitation, improve safety and wellbeing, and help young women build resilience and positive futures.

About this key role
As a Female Child Criminal Exploitation Mentor, you will provide intensive support to young women and girls who have been identified as being at risk of, or involved in, exploitation and related harms.

Working on a one-to-one basis, as well as delivering groupwork sessions, you will build trusted relationships with young people and their families, helping them to recognise risks, increase their safety and make positive changes in their lives.

You will work closely with partner agencies to coordinate support, contribute to safeguarding and risk management processes, and provide advice and guidance to professionals working with vulnerable young women.

What we are looking for

• Experience of engaging positively with young females or other vulnerable groups.
• Experience providing support, advice, advocacy or mentoring to individuals with complex needs.
• Experience building trusting relationships with people who may be reluctant to engage with services.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and safeguarding practice.
• Experience working with partner agencies to establish links to further the aims of the project.
• Strong communication, organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and case management systems.

For this role, we are actively seeking applicants with personal lived experience similar to those of the target client group. An Enhanced Adult and Child Workforce with Child Barred List DBS check is required for this role.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

In your application form, please provide a written statement (maximum 1,000 words) showing how you meet the requirements of the role by addressing each of three-person specification areas: 1) Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications 2) Skills 3) Personal Qualities.

This is a part-time role which is fixed term until 31 March 2027

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager – Accounts and Strategy with a museum on a full-time, 12-month FTC basis. As Finance Manager – Accounts and Strategy, you will lead the delivery of high-quality financial management, strategic planning and management information services across the museum.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will lead a team of finance professionals and play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust financial controls, and supporting organisational decision-making. The postholder will act as the museum's recognised authority on accounting, compliance and financial reporting, while driving continuous improvement across systems, processes and performance management.

Please note, there is hybrid working in place with this organisation with 2 days per week required in their London office.

As Finance Manager – Accounts and Strategy, you will:

- Lead, motivate and develop the Management Accountants team and Planning & Management Information Coordinator, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality finance service across the museum

- Oversee the preparation of management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting, providing accurate and insightful information to support decision-making

- Lead the annual audit process and year-end reporting, acting as the key point of contact for external auditors and ensuring all statutory reporting obligations are met

- Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, controls and systems, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, governance and compliance

- Provide expert financial advice on accounting, tax, regulatory matters and major museum projects, supporting strategic and operational decision-making

- Support the development and delivery of museum-wide strategy, operating plans and performance reporting, ensuring financial considerations are embedded in long-term planning and organisational priorities

The successful applicant will:

- Have significant demonstrable experience in finance, in a similar role (have proven experience operating within a complex organisation, with the ability to deliver high-quality financial management, reporting and strategic support)

- Be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA etc)

- Have line management experience (demonstrable ability to manage a diverse range of individuals to create a motivated team)

- Have strong technical knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, audit, tax, VAT and regulatory compliance

- Be experienced in driving process, systems and control improvements, with a focus on efficiency, compliance and best practice

- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Are you passionate about helping older people live connected, fulfilling lives?

As our Befriending and Escorting Co-ordinator, you will play a vital role in reducing loneliness and social isolation by matching volunteers with older people who would benefit from companionship and support. This rewarding role combines volunteer coordination, relationship building and community engagement to make a real difference every day.

This role is for 21 hours per week, working within a vibrant, passionate local charity.

Due to the number of applicants, we may be unable to contact all unsuccessful applicants.