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Gendered Intelligence is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as its next Chief Executive. This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally respected, trans-led organisation with real influence on policy, professional practice and the lives of trans, non-binary and gender exploring people across the UK.

The next Chief Executive will inherit strong foundations: an experienced and committed team of just under 40 people, a distinctive and trusted public profile, and a range of services that reach communities, professionals and institutions across the country. With income of around £1.5–2m, the next Chief Executive will lead the organisation through its next phase of development at a time when that leadership matters enormously.

The role offers the chance to shape strategic direction, open new partnerships and income streams, and contribute to national conversations on trans equality and human rights, while working alongside people who are deeply committed to the mission and to each other.

We are looking for someone who combines strategic clarity with operational grounding, who leads with calm and consistency, and who understands both the privilege and the responsibility of this role. We will be honest with candidates about what the role involves, and we expect the same in return.

Full details of the role can be found on our website and in the attached recruitment pack. 

This is a pivotal role at the heart of ISEAL, bringing together strategic and operational HR leadership and effective office management to create an inclusive, well-supported workplace. The Manager, HR and Office Management will translate our new organisational strategy into forward-looking people practices, while ensuring that colleagues are supported by the policies, systems, resources and working environment they need to thrive.

Working closely with directors, the leadership team, line managers and two HR Coordinators, the postholder will shape the employee experience across the full journey—from recruitment and induction to development, progression and exit. The role will also oversee workplace services, internal communications, budgets and legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions (UK, Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, and Canada), helping a hybrid and remote workforce stay connected, informed and confident. As an additional resource, an experienced HR consultant delivers recruitment campaigns and other special projects.

We are looking for an experienced generalist HR professional, who combines strategic insight with practical delivery and sound judgement. You will bring current employment law knowledge, strong influencing and coaching skills, a genuine commitment to inclusion and wellbeing, and the confidence to improve policies, systems and ways of working in an international, values-led organisation. Above all, you will be collaborative, resilient and motivated by ISEAL’s mission to accelerate positive change for people and the planet.

The key responsibilities we entrust you with:

HR Management

• Develop and deliver a HR strategy aligned with the organisation’s new strategic direction, translating priorities into sustained impact
• In collaboration with Leadership team, advise on and implement resource and overhead planning to support strategic objectives
• Shape, continuously improve and communicate ISEAL’s HR policies, procedures and processes, enabling colleagues in a hybrid/remote setting to understand them easily and apply them confidently
• Deliver a proactive approach to employment compliance, anticipating legislative developments across 6 jurisdictions with ISEAL staff and translating them into clear, timely organisational actions
• Champion a thriving organisational culture, empowering colleagues at every level to bring ISEAL’s values to life in their decisions, behaviours and ways of working
• Cultivate a workplace where wellbeing is embedded in everyday practice and open, constructive dialogue flows well between employees, line managers and across the organisation
• Foster and continually enhance an inclusive employee experience across the full journey—from recruitment and induction to performance, progression, learning and development, and exit
• Navigate emerging employee matters with care, sound judgement and consistency, equipping line managers to confidently address both routine and complex HR situations
• Serve as a trusted strategic adviser to directors and the leadership team, bringing forward progressive HR practices that strengthen organisational effectiveness and employee engagement
• Coordinate support of a dedicated external HR consultant for recruitment and special projects
• Oversee maintenance of all personnel and HR records in appropriate systems

Office Management

• Lead on maintaining a comfortable and well-functioning workplace, including continuous review of the overall physical infrastructure needs and provision 
• Shape and communicate forward-looking workplace policies and practices, pioneering flexible approaches to space, collaboration and ways of working.
• Create a safe, welcoming workplace by leading the effective delivery and continuous improvement of office services, facilities, IT equipment and resources
• Act as first point of contact for any issues raised by staff relating to the office

Other

• Lead and continually strengthen internal communications that connect colleagues, reinforce shared purpose and encourage meaningful participation, including monthly staff meetings, the quarterly support staff newsletter and organisation-wide communications.
• Lead and empower two HR Coordinators, creating the conditions for them to grow, develop and deliver excellent support across the organisation
• Steward the HR and premises budgets with foresight and accountability, directing resources towards the organisation’s people, workplace and strategic priorities.
• Build own capacity and knowledge on all matters related to organisational legal compliance

Essential attributes / skills / knowledge

• Substantial generalist HR management experience, combining strategic understanding with confident delivery of day-to-day people operations
• Demonstrable experience of developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with organisational priorities
• Strong track record of designing, reviewing and embedding accessible HR policies, procedures and processes
• Proven experience of managing diverse employee relations matters with sound judgement, fairness, discretion and appropriate confidentiality
• Current, practical knowledge of UK employment law and the ability to translate legislative change into clear, compliant policies and advice
• Excellent communication skills both in person and in a hybrid/remote environment with an ability to influence senior leaders and coach line managers at all levels
• Experience working in values-led culture that supports employee wellbeing, engagement and open dialogue
• Commitment to EDI principles and experience implementing approaches that foster an inclusive workspace
• Varied experience of HRIS solutions and, ideally, with the implementation of new systems to enhance HR operations
• Experience working in an international setting covering a variety of jurisdictions and employee locations
• Proven people-management capability, including coaching, developing and empowering team members to work to the best of their ability
• Strong planning, prioritisation and budget-management skills, with the ability to balance strategic projects and operational demands
• High levels of integrity, initiative and resilience, with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach to organisational change and continuous improvement
• A personal commitment to and interest in creating a more sustainable world

Desirable

• Oversight of international payrolls
• CIPD Level 5 qualified

ISEAL´s culture and how we will help you thrive

Our values are Connection, Empowerment, Inspiration, Wellbeing, Effective Working and Creativity.

These are traits we value in each other and in the organisation overall and we instil these in all our processes and interactions. The issues we work on are of a global nature and our team reflects this, with individuals from many different backgrounds and nationalities. We know this diversity adds to the high quality of work we deliver as an organisation and through our commitment to diversity and inclusion we want to add strengths and perspectives in our team with each recruitment. Diversity for us includes race and gender identity, age, disability status, sexual orientation, religion and many other areas forming part of someone´s identity. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

As an organisation, we also support our people in their personal and professional development, with specific budgets and processes enabling individuals to take advantage of growth and development opportunities. We offer 25 days of annual leave, to which we will add a day a year after 2 years (to a maximum of 30 days), as well as an extra five days as a one off once you have been with us for a full five years.

We recognise individuals’ preferences when it comes to where and when to work through a hybrid working model as well as the opportunity to apply for flexible working arrangements to suit individual´s needs.

Other relevant information

Term: This is a permanent contract

Working hours:               80 % (30 hours) could be spread across 4 or 5 days

Salary: £57,000-62,000, depending on experience (pro rata for less than 100%)

Location:                        London is the preferred location. The role requires a minimum of 2 days per week in the office. 

                                       Applicants will need to provide evidence that they are entitled to work in the UK.

International travel:        The post holder will be required to undertake occasional international travel

Ideal start date:            November/December 26 ideally

Reporting to:                  Director, Finance & Operations

How to apply

Specific enquiries about this role and the application process can be sent to the recruitment(@)isealalliance(.)org.

Deadline for applications is 4 October 2026. Please note that we will only contact shortlisted applicants.

Cover letter: We would like to see candidates´ own writing in the cover letter and discourage the use of AI for this purpose.

Interview process

Please note that we will endeavor to keep to this schedule, but some dates may be subject to change.

Screening interviews (Teams): 7-12 October

Pre-interview timed exercises (between 60 – 90 minutes from home): 16-18 October (if applicable)

Panel interviews (in person): w/c 19 October

Decision: w/c 26 October

Accessibility

If candidates require additional time or other considerations for the interview process, we are committed to accommodating any reasonable requests. Please note that ISEAL will cover travel expenses for in person interviews for candidates travelling from outside of Greater London. ISEAL also covers caring expenses for candidates who are carers and need to arrange of cover for the duration of the interview/exercises

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Coordinator to support the effective delivery of our assessment, onboarding, grants administration and event activities. This role is central to ensuring a positive experience for applicants and participants throughout their journey, providing excellent customer service, coordinating key processes, and maintaining accurate records across multiple platforms. The successful candidate will be confident managing competing priorities, have exceptional attention to detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.

The role involves coordinating assessment and recruitment activities from initial enquiries through to final decisions, ensuring applicants receive a professional and positive experience throughout the process. Responsibilities include managing applications, coordinating interviews and selection panels, preparing panel documentation, communicating outcomes, and supporting assessment activities. Working closely with programme and grants colleagues, you will ensure processes run smoothly, deadlines are met, and accurate records are maintained.

In addition, you will support participant onboarding, grants administration, and event delivery. This includes maintaining participant records across multiple systems, carrying out verification checks, processing grant payments, and supporting the logistics of in-person events.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational and administrative skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The successful candidate will also contribute to improving team processes and developing specialist knowledge in key areas of programme delivery, helping to ensure the efficient and effective operation of our programmes.

Universify Education is looking for a passionate and motivated Fundraising Officer to deliver the charity's fundraising activities and engage Universify’s community to enable the ongoing running of our transformative programmes. This is a great opportunity for someone experienced in fundraising to gain a deeper understanding of charity fundraising, finance, impact reporting and governance.

THE ROLE

As the Fundraising Officer, you will plan and deliver the charity’s income generation strategy, covering Trusts and Foundations, Individual Giving and Public Fundraising. You will work with the programme team to create integrated charity communications to increase awareness of the charity’s impact. You will also work in collaboration with the CEO on the charity’s financial management and governance.

There is flexibility within the role to try other aspects of the charity’s work, including programme delivery and working with young people. Please see our job description for further information about working at Universify.

THE CHARITY

Universify exists to create a fairer, more equal society where every young person can fulfil their potential regardless of their background. We work primarily with Year 10-11 students (aged 14-16) to increase their aspirations, improve GCSE attainment and to gain a greater understanding of post-18 pathways, particularly university, to make a more informed decision about their future. Our main Oxford programme includes a week-long residential in summer of Year 10, a 3-day GCSE-focused revision residential in the spring of Year 11, and regular online coaching. 

Main Duties

• Plan and deliver the charity’s income generation strategy, including Trusts and Foundations, Individual Giving, and Public Fundraising campaigns
  • Identify new opportunities and maintain a database of fundraising prospects
  • Create funding bids, project budgets and grant reports
  • Track and report on fundraising progress to the CEO and wider staff team, with development opportunities to report to the board of trustees
• Deepen engagement with existing stakeholders through stewardship
• Collaborate with the programme team to create and manage integrated charity communications to increase awareness of the charity’s impact
• Alongside the CEO, contribute to the charity's financial management including payments and payroll
• Support the team in one ad hoc function (based on candidate’s preferences and skills)
  • Volunteer and tutor recruitment and onboarding, or
  • Impact reporting and CRM maintenance, or
  • Charity governance, filing duties, and financial management, or
  • Safeguarding support.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Required skills and characteristics

• Clear communicator, able to adapt written communication to suit a range of audiences
• Ability to work independently, organise a pipeline of work and communicate progress to a team
• Ability to create and maintain relationships with a range of external stakeholders
• Able to think creatively and identify opportunities to raise funds
• Proactive, adaptable and self-motivated
• Basic understanding of trusts and foundations fundraising processes (prospecting, application cycles, stewardship)
• Basic understanding of project budgets and data analysis; attention to detail and accurate with handling information
• Works well in a small team and is interested in working in a small organisation

Required experience

We are looking for candidates with the following experience:

• Experience prospecting and writing bids in a charity or commercial setting
• Experience in stakeholder management and stewardship
• Experience working flexibly across multiple projects
• Experience in managing a large project independently; ready to take the initiative to deliver a project to a high standard
• Experience and confidence in using MS Office and Excel

Desirable experience and skills

Ideally, candidates would have experience in some of the following areas:

• Track record of fundraising success across multiple income streams and identifying new opportunities to raise funds
• Experience preparing fundraising budgets
• Experience in using Canva or other design tools
• Experience of using the basic functions of a CRM and a willingness to build this knowledge
• Previous experience working within the UK secondary education sector and knowledge of the UK university access and outreach sector
• Some data analysis skills

Change lives in a life-changing career

When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it’s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain.

The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. And that impact can be felt by entire family. That’s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer.

We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make their voices heard and their unique needs understood, so they can get the right care and support at the right time.

About the role

We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Executive Assistant with experience of providing administrative, PA, team or executive support in a busy environment to join our CEO Office.

You’ll provide high-quality support to allocated Directors, helping them stay organised, focused and able to deliver their priorities. You’ll manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings and travel, prepare documents and meeting materials, support recruitment activity and maintain clear action records. You’ll also contribute to agreed CEO Office projects and provide light, occasional support for Trustees and governance meetings.

Working closely with the Executive Assistant to the CEO and Chair of Trustees and the wider EA team, you’ll help create calm, clarity and momentum in a busy senior leadership environment. You’ll be proactive, collaborative and confident managing competing priorities, with excellent attention to detail and the judgement to handle sensitive information appropriately. This role does not have line management responsibility.

What will I be doing?

No two days are the same at Young Lives vs Cancer. So, summarising your ‘day to day’ isn’t easy. Here are some of the main things you’ll be doing, but you’ll find more details in the job description.

• Proactively manage complex diaries, anticipate requirements and resolve competing priorities.
• Coordinate meetings, recruitment activity, workshops and away days, including papers, logistics, accessibility requirements, decisions, actions and follow-up.
• Organise clear, timely and cost-conscious travel arrangements for allocated Directors.
• Create and maintain accurate, accessible and well-organised documents, records, templates and shared resources.
• Maintain action records, monitor deadlines, follow up with action owners and escalate emerging issues or delays appropriately.
• Provide administrative and coordination support for agreed CEO Office and directorate projects and activities.
• Provide light, occasional support for Trustees and governance meetings, including logistics, minutes, actions, travel and expenses. 

What do I need?

Diverse perspectives and unique skillsets are at the heart of Young Lives vs Cancer. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet the criteria and person specification fully. Your potential is what matters most to us, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment to help you develop.

The key skills we’re looking for in this role are:

• Experience of providing administrative, PA, team or executive support in a busy environment.
• Experience of managing competing priorities and coordinating diaries, meetings, travel, events or administrative activity involving multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt when priorities change.
• Strong attention to detail and experience of producing accurate, well-structured documents, records or meeting materials.
• Good judgement and discretion when handling confidential information or sensitive situations.
• Confidence using Microsoft 365 and digital tools to support communication, information management and efficient ways of working.
• A proactive, collaborative and inclusive approach, with the ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

What will I gain?

For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you’ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here’s how we do it:

• Flexible working: we’re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage
• Wellbeing, Thinking & Growth Days: four days a year to step back from the day-to-day and focus on your own learning and development
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Great family/caring leave entitlements
• Enhanced pension
• Access to our employee savings scheme

To find out more about our benefits package, have a look on our website.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation – or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don’t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it.

We’re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren’t there yet, and we’re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritized communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more.

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value AI adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to tell us about your skills and experiences in your own voice.

Accessibility

We’re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview.

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Head of Church Buildings

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of one of the largest church buildings portfolios in the country?

We are seeking an inspiring leader to head the Church Buildings Team, overseeing the care, conservation and suitable use of 808 churches across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.

This is a unique opportunity to influence strategy, lead a talented team, and help ensure these historic buildings continue to serve communities for generations to come.

Position: Head of Church Buildings

Location: Kidlington, Oxford/hybrid

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Salary: £58,133.82 - £62,605.56 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Tuesday 6 October 2026, at midnight

Interviews: Monday 26 October 2026 and may be combined with both an off-site visit and on-site interview located at Church House Oxford, Langford Locks, Kidlington, OX5 1GF. Transport will be provided for any element of the off-site visit.

The Role

This is a unique opportunity to lead the largest and one of the most significant church buildings portfolios in the country, helping to secure the future of 808 churches across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.

As Head of Church Buildings, you will:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Diocese Church Buildings Team
• Oversee the care, conservation, adaptation and sustainable use of church buildings and churchyards
• Lead an excellent team of specialist staff
• Manage key relationships with bishops, archdeacons, parishes and national church bodies
• Ensure the effective operation of the Diocese's statutory responsibilities relating to church buildings.
• Act as Secretary to the Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC)
• Oversee the faculty system across the Diocese
• Oversee pastoral reorganisations and initiatives that help churches meet contemporary challenges, including sustainability, community use and Net Zero ambitions.

The role also includes responsibility for church closure schemes and closed churches, working with a wide range of stakeholders to secure sustainable futures for historic church buildings no longer required for worship.

This is a high-profile leadership role requiring strategic vision, excellent people management skills and a passion for conserving and sustaining some of England's most important heritage assets. It will require someone comfortable working autonomously and to bring their own ideas and enthusiasm to the transformation work, successfully put in train by the previous post-holder. It provides a fantastic opportunity for a senior leader to influence and mould the future operating model of the Church Buildings’ Team.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and inspiring leader with a strong background in historic building conservation, heritage management, property, architecture or a related field.

You will have:

• Experience of managing complex projects, leading professional teams and working with multiple stakeholders in often sensitive and politically nuanced environments.
• Experience of operating at both strategic and operational levels, with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective partnerships.
• A deep understanding of conservation principles and the management of historic buildings, together with the ability to balance heritage considerations with the mission, worship and community needs of today's churches.
• Significant experience of leading and developing professional staff and teams.
• Experience of strategic planning and delivering programmes that support the care and sustainability of historic buildings.
• Strong project, governance and budget management skills.
• The ability to work confidently with senior leaders, committees and external partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation of reports and presentations.
• An understanding of, and sympathy with, the mission and work of the Church of England.

Knowledge of the Church of England's faculty jurisdiction, ecclesiastical legislation and church closure processes would be advantageous, although applications are welcome from professionals with transferable experience from related sectors.

You do not need to be a practising Christian to work with us. Around half of our staff are not practising Christians, but all are comfortable working within the Christian ethos and values that underpin our work.

The successful candidate must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful. We are particularly keen to receive applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority heritage and disabled candidates, who are currently underrepresented.

Our client is committed to the safeguarding, care, and nurture of everyone within the church community. They follow and are committed to their Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance, "Working together" to ensure the welfare of children and young people is paramount.

You may have experience in other areas such as Facilities, Heritage, Conservation, Buildings, Estate, Historic Buildings, Property, Head of Facilities, Head of Heritage and Conservation, Head of Buildings, Head of Estate, Head of Historic Buildings, Head of Property.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

Are you qualified for BSL Level 6? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Are you ready to take on a role that impacts your community? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Independent Advocate to join our Birmingham team. This role covers statutory advocacy services including Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy, Independent Mental Health Advocacy and Care Act Advocacy. The post will be home based working across Birmingham including providing advocacy support for the Deaf and hard of hearing people in care homes and on secure mental health hospital wards in our area.

As an Independent Advocate, you will provide crucial support to vulnerable adults facing significant health and social care challenges. Your role involves delivering persuasive verbal and written representations on behalf of clients, collaborating with public and voluntary organisations, and taking directed actions to address client issues. This role demands flexibility, excellent communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidently.

You will need to have experience of working with Deaf people and providing BSL communication support. Due to this specific element of this role, a minimum proficiency of level 6 British Sign Language (BSL) is required.

Hours of Work: Part Time: hours to be agreed working between Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

Location: Home based with travel across Birmingham and the surrounding area(Applicants should live within the Birmingham area/within reasonable travelling distance; have a full driver’s licence and access to their own transport, travel expenses will only be paid within the Birmingham border area.)

Salary: Starting salary to be agreed dependent on hours (£25,877.80 pro-rata)

Contract Type: Permanent

Independent Advocate Requirements:

• Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.
• Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector.
• Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults in the Community and also within secure Mental Health settings.
• Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata)+ Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days (pro-rata) after 5 years’ service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years’ service! Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.
• 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
• Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical/dental/alternative therapy and more!
• Auto enrolment Pension plan
• Death in service cover.
• Bike to work scheme.
   

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients' best interests.

We provide a full induction, training and equipment including a laptop and mobile phone.  It is a contractual requirement that all advocates hold or are working towards an advocacy qualification.  The most recognised qualification is the City and Guilds Level 4 Independent Advocacy Practice Qualification (IAP) for practising advocates, previously completed City and Guilds Level 3 National Advocacy Qualification (NAQ).  If you do not already hold an NAQ certificate or diploma or IAP qualification or equivalent, the expectation will be that you will gain the City and Guilds IAP qualification following successful completion of probation and pre-enrolment process. POhWER will fully sponsor this and provide a reasonable amount of study time and in return expect advocates to manage their time and complete within 12 months of registration.

Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply Now with your CV and Cover letter!

Interview Date: To be confirmed

An enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.

We're proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024.

POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce.

To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.

POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a member of the Disability confidence scheme, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Age International's vision is a world where every older person is included and valued. Its mission is to inspire and channel UK and international support so that older people in challenging situations across the world can improve their lives.

The CEO of Age International provides leadership to a committed and dynamic charity which champions the rights, and improves the lives, of older people in low- and middle-income countries.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead Age International at a pivotal moment for the rights and wellbeing of older people globally. As CEO you will provide inspirational leadership to an organisation with a strong reputation, deep expertise and a clear purpose: to ensure that older people everywhere can live with dignity, security and choice.

While the current strategy is defined, you will deliver this and then shape a new, ambitious strategy in years to come, working to influence policy, mobilise resources and nurture powerful partnerships that bring about lasting change.

With credibility, compassion and determination, you will champion the voices of older people internationally and lead Age International into its next chapter of impact and influence.

Please view the attached role description for full details.

Person specification:

Essential:

* Strategic vision, forward-looking, clear-thinking strategist able to read the environment and lead strategy processes.

* Passionate, values-based leader, committed to advancing the rights of older people.

* Senior leadership and governance experience in a complex organisation, preferably in the charitable / NGO sector.

* Strong experience of international development and humanitarian programme development and management, and related policy issues.

* Experienced income generator with financial acumen.

* Collaborative, relational team builder and manager committed to diversity equality and inclusion, able to use soft-power to build support.

* Partnership-builder creating impact greater than the sum of the parts.

* Confident external affairs representative, manager of stakeholder engagement and spokesperson, including for the media.

* Advocate and confident influencer able to drive policy change

* Engaging and effective communicator and campaigner, able to explain impact, inspire support and grow profile.

* Calm manager of change who is both agile and pragmatic.

* Thrives working in a small team on a big mission.

* Willing to travel internationally on programme monitoring visits and for conferences.

Desirable:

* Understanding of UN processes, health system strengthening, income security and social pensions, able to articulate the impact of gender discrimination and climate change on older people internationally.

* Experience as a CEO or of overseeing organisational management, policies and compliance.

* Technology and digital skills.

* Experience of leading public change campaigning.

* Experience as a Trustee.

What we offer in return:

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

The closing date for applications is 14th September, 2026.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Anonymisation

Please submit your CV as a Word document. It will be anonymised by our recruitment system.

Please provide a supporting statement that explains how you meet the competencies in the job description. Age UK acknowledges that AI may be used to support applications, however we expect candidates to personalise their experience, knowledge and skills. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.

Please do not include your name, or any other personal information in your supporting statement, to assist our inclusive recruitment process.

Please do not use heavy formatting for either your CV or supporting statement, as the system is unable to anonymise these.

All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if you are invited for interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Reasonable adjustments

Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.

Safeguarding

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

For a full list of benefits please visit our website.

SCIE Vision

We are committed to building a society which enables people who draw on social care to live fulfilling lives.

At the SCIE, we are driven by our values:

· Progressive – always learning and developing.

· Inclusive – working together for equality, diversity, and fairness.

· Credible – evidence-based, robust, and reliable.

· Transparent – open and honest.

· Committed - focused on making a difference to people’s lives.

The role

A senior People & Culture leadership opportunity with the autonomy to shape people strategy.

Reporting to the Director of People, Finance and Corporate Resources, you’ll work closely with the SLT and Board, providing leadership across organisational development, workforce planning, talent, EDI, engagement, wellbeing, reward, change and employee relations.

You’ll also line manage the People & Culture Assistant, while influencing people practice across the organisation.

We’re looking for a credible, experienced leader who brings strategic thinking, sound judgement and the confidence to navigate complexity, challenge constructively and turn insight into practical action.

If you’re looking for a role you can genuinely make your own, we’d love to hear from you.

What we offer in return:

We offer excellent staff benefits including a competitive salary and homeworking allowance. We provide an employer pension contribution above the statutory minimum, an award-winning employee assistance programme, and an attractive holiday package which rises with length of service. Benefits of working for SCIE can be found here Work for the Social Care Institute for Excellence - SCIE

If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us.

ReachOut is a youth development charity and a strategic partner for schools. Through collective mentoring and engaging activities, we build socio-emotional skills that transform outcomes for young people constrained by circumstance. 

The Schools & Universities Partnerships Manager will lead the development, growth, and management of ReachOut’s partnerships with schools, multi-academy trusts, and universities.

This new role is central to delivering ReachOut’s strategy to expand our reach, increase income, and deepen our impact for young people constrained by circumstance. Reporting to the CEO and sitting within the Income & Partnerships Team, the postholder will work closely with colleagues across Programmes & Impact and Volunteering.

The role is responsible for building a strong pipeline of partners, securing sustainable funding, and managing existing relationships to ensure mutual value. Through both new and established partnerships, the postholder will support ReachOut’s mission while helping schools and universities achieve their own strategic objectives.

Who we are looking for

• An ambitious, proactive fundraiser with the ability to develop, deliver, and grow long-term partnerships with schools and universities across London, Manchester, and new locations in line with ReachOut's strategy.
• A confident communicator who thrives in a small, collaborative organisation and can build strong relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders across multiple departments and sectors.
• Someone who can work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and identify opportunities to generate income, raise our profile and increase impact.

How to Apply

• To apply please visit our website.
• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship. To apply for the role you must have the right to work in the UK.

Key Dates

• Applications close: 9am on Friday 18th September 2026
• Interviews (in person in London or Manchester): Wednesday 23rd September 2026 
• Start Date: ASAP

If the date for interviews causes any issues, please still apply and let us know in your email as we may be able to be flexible on the interview arrangements.

Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. ReachOut will cover the cost of the check and guide you through the process. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

ReachOut is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation. We therefore welcome applications from people of all ethnicities, ages, religious beliefs, gender identities, sexual orientations and any other protected characteristics, to provide a diverse range of experiences, ideas and insights into our work. ReachOut wants to increase the representation of our young people amongst our staff, so if you are from these ethnic groups, we would particularly appreciate receiving your applications.

Operations and Projects Manager

Location: Doncaster (with regular travel across our offices and community delivery locations)

Salary: £36,000 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 18/09/26

Lead People. Deliver Projects. Drive Performance.

Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough is growing.

As we continue to expand our services and deliver an increasing portfolio of funded projects, we are creating an exciting new role that will sit at the heart of our organisation.

We're looking for an experienced, organised and people-focused Operations and Projects Manager to help ensure our services, projects and teams perform at their very best.

This is a key management role that will provide operational oversight across the organisation, supporting the successful delivery of projects, leading staff performance and ensuring our services remain efficient, effective and focused on delivering positive outcomes for local people.

Working closely with the Senior Management Team, you'll help turn strategic priorities into operational reality, allowing senior leaders to focus on organisational development, partnerships and future growth.

If you enjoy leading people, solving problems, improving performance and making things happen, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

This is a varied and highly visible role that combines project management, people management and operational coordination.

You will be responsible for ensuring that funded projects remain on track, contractual targets are achieved and services are delivered safely, effectively and to a consistently high standard.

You'll act as the key link between frontline teams and senior management, providing guidance, support and direction to advisers while ensuring senior managers have clear oversight of performance, risks and opportunities.

Success in this role will be measured not only by the achievement of project outcomes and milestones, but also by the development of high-performing teams and the smooth operation of our advice services across Doncaster.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading and Developing People

People are at the centre of everything we do.

You will provide direct line management to advisers and project staff, creating a culture that is supportive, accountable and focused on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities will include:

• Conducting regular one-to-one meetings, supervision sessions and performance reviews.

• Supporting staff wellbeing and professional development.

• Identifying training and development needs.

• Monitoring performance and productivity.

• Managing performance concerns constructively and fairly.

• Supporting recruitment, induction and onboarding activities.

• Building confident, engaged and high-performing teams.

Driving Successful Project Delivery

Our funded projects are critical to the support we provide to local communities.

You will take a key role in ensuring projects achieve their objectives, meet contractual requirements and deliver value for funders and stakeholders.

Responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring performance against targets, outputs, outcomes and milestones.

• Tracking key performance indicators and service delivery measures.

• Producing regular reports and performance updates for our funders and senior management Team.

• Identifying risks, barriers and areas of underperformance.

• Escalating significant risks and recommending solutions.

• Supporting project mobilisation, implementation and continuous improvement.

• Working with colleagues to ensure project activity remains focused and on track.

Managing Operations and Service Delivery

You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our services.

Responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for operational staff queries.

• Supporting effective communication between frontline teams and senior management.

• Monitoring staffing levels, absence and sickness trends.

• Coordinating resources to ensure services remain fully operational.

• Supporting workforce planning and service resilience.

• Contributing to business continuity arrangements.

Overseeing Facilities and Community Delivery Locations

Our services are delivered from multiple locations across the borough and it's essential that every setting is safe, professional and welcoming.

Responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating office and outreach delivery locations.

• Maintaining high standards of health and safety.

• Supporting facilities and premises management activities.

• Liaising with suppliers, contractors and external partners where required.

• Ensuring staff have the resources and environments they need to deliver services effectively.

About You

We're looking for someone who can confidently lead people, manage performance and maintain oversight of multiple projects and priorities.

You will be:

• An experienced manager with a proven ability to lead and motivate teams.

• Highly organised and able to manage competing demands.

• Comfortable analysing performance information and identifying emerging trends.

• Skilled at building positive working relationships.

• Confident in handling difficult conversations and performance issues.

• Proactive, resilient and solutions-focused.

• Able to balance attention to detail with a focus on the bigger picture.

• Committed to delivering excellent services and positive outcomes.

Essential Experience

• Staff supervision and line management.

• Performance management and staff development.

• Project, contract or service delivery oversight.

• Monitoring targets, KPIs and organisational performance.

• Producing management reports and analysing performance data.

• Coordinating operational activity across teams or services.

Desirable Experience

• Working within the advice, charity, public or voluntary sector.

• Knowledge of funded projects and commissioned services.

• Experience supporting multi-site service delivery.

• Understanding of quality standards, compliance and service improvement frameworks.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to shape a newly created management role and make a significant contribution to the future success of Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Influence how services are delivered across the organisation.

• Lead and develop talented teams.

• Drive improvements and innovation.

• Support the successful delivery of important community projects.

• Work as part of an ambitious and supportive leadership team.

• Make a genuine difference to the lives of local people.

About Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough

Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough provides free, confidential, impartial and independent advice to thousands of people each year. Through a range of funded services and community partnerships, we help people overcome challenges, improve their financial wellbeing and find a way forward. Our work continues to grow, and we're committed to delivering accessible, high-quality services that meet the changing needs of local communities

Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Full Time | Permanent | Term Time Only
Working Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Salary: TLA Point 8–9 | £25,258–£25,473 actual salary, term time only

Make a real difference every day

Are you passionate about supporting autistic young people to thrive? Are you patient, compassionate and adaptable, with a genuine commitment to helping every learner reach their potential?

The Rise School is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching and Learning Assistants to join our team and play a key role in supporting our pupils to learn, develop and achieve.

The Rise School is an Ofsted-rated Good specialist school for autistic pupils aged 4–18. At full capacity, we support up to 130 pupils across primary and secondary education.

We believe every learner is unique, and our approach is built around understanding and celebrating individual strengths, needs and aspirations. As a Teaching and Learning Assistant, you will work alongside teachers and colleagues to provide personalised support that enables our pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

About the role

As a Teaching and Learning Assistant, you will:

• Provide high-quality, individualised support to autistic pupils in the classroom and across the school.
• Support learners to develop their communication, independence, social and learning skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to deliver personalised learning.
• Use positive and proactive approaches to support behaviour and engagement.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with pupils and understand their individual needs.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times.

About you

We are looking for people who are:

• Empathetic and patient, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to respond positively to different needs and situations.
• Positive and solution-focused, with the ability to think creatively when challenges arise.
• Comfortable working as part of a team and able to build strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Keen to learn about autism and develop their knowledge and practice.

You do not need to have worked in a specialist setting before. What matters most is your attitude, values, willingness to learn and commitment to supporting autistic young people.

This role can be both rewarding and challenging. You will need the physical and emotional resilience to support young people with autism, some of whom may have additional or complex needs. In return, you will receive support, development opportunities and the chance to build a rewarding career in specialist education.

Why join The Rise School?

You will become part of a dedicated team that is committed to creating an environment where every pupil can feel valued, supported and successful. Whether you are starting your career in education or looking to develop your experience in specialist education, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

Closing Date: Friday 18 September 2026

Interview Dates: Ongoing interviews on Tuesday mornings throughout September

Start Date: October 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Join The Rise School and help us create brighter futures for autistic young people.

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

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

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

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

Information about Headway Gloucestershire:-

Headway Gloucestershire was established in 1987 and since then has been working to make a positive difference to the lives of people over 18 with an acquired brain injury.  We provide specialist recovery support and respite through the following services

• OurCommunity Links Service provides outreach information, specialist brain injury recoveryadvice for people with an acquired brain injury and their families and supports them as they come toterms with the changed circumstances brought about by brain injury. The service includes benefits advice and collaborative working with other organisations such as Adult Social Services, Housing Providers and other VCSE organisations
   
• Our Enablement Service is centre based and open every weekday offering activities that focus on the five elements of rehabilitation: emotional functioning; cognitive functioning; learning; social interaction and behaviour. This takes the form of a structured timetable so that those with an acquired brain injury can select the activities thathelp them work towards their goals.We work one to one and also employ a group format to harness theunique recovery benefits of peer contact and support. 
   
• OurCarer Support Groups provide a relaxed environment withinthe community where people with an acquired brain injury and their families can meet new people, share experiences and support each other.We provide training events, social events and facilitate familysupport groups. 
   
• Our Peer Support Groups provide an opportunity once a month in different locations for people with an acquired brain injury to discuss topics of interest and to share challenges, tips and provide positive support.
   
• Our Community Hubs are delivered in locations around the county in community venues and are tailored to the needs of the group for up to 3 hours. They include physical exercise sessions, focussed discussion groups, advice and support related to acquired brain injury and the opportunity to develop a local support network
   
• Our Hospital Liaison service is where we attend the Gloucester Royal Hospital once every two weeks at an agreed time to offer support to individuals and their family during the early stages of rehabilitation.

Headway Gloucestershire is a busy, growing charity providing services to people with an acquired brain injury and their families and carers.  Every year we are challenged to raise funds to help deliver our services.

CEO Role

You will lead and motivate a small team of staff and volunteers and work with them to provide a person centred, enabling and outcome focused support service to people over 18 with an acquired brain injury.  You will seek opportunities for planned development and growth and build on the success of our existing services to increase our offer.

You will act as principal spokesperson and advocate for the charity, demonstrating integrity and commitment to key stakeholders, partners and donors to ensure the best outcomes for people affected by brain injury in the Gloucestershire area.

You will be joining at an exciting time as we work together with health and social care partners to monitor and understand the needs of people with brain injury in Gloucestershire and influence the pathway for rehabilitation and longer-term support.

The ideal candidate will have experience of managing a small organisation in the charity or care sector, developing strategy and business plans, a track record of securing funding in a tough financial climate, excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and develop a team of staff and volunteers.

Headway Gloucestershire is an equal opportunity employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. The successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Salary
£50,000 - £52,000 (Pro Rata) with a possible bonus for meeting agreed fundraising targets

Based at
Headway House, Gloucester

Hours
37.5 hours per week with the option of some flexibility depending on business need

Contract
Permanent

Responsible to
The Board of Trustees

To find out more about this role, please email us.

To apply for this position please send your CV and maximum of a two-page personal statement outlining how you meet the requirements for the role.

Each year Youth Careers Collective works with more than 6000 young people and we are supported by over 1000 employer volunteers, who take part in employer engagement events, careers and employability skills workshops, work experiences placements and one-to-one career mentoring.

The Youth and Volunteer Engagement Manager is a new role at Youth Careers Collective, establishing an active and well-supported alumni community, empowering our Youth Board, and actively engaging with and managing our wide network of Young Associates and volunteers.

This is an important and dynamic role in our team, seeking to develop deeper and more impactful relationships across our community.

To work effectively with these various stakeholders, you will be a natural relationship builder and an empathetic individual, with an understanding of different needs, extremely organised, able to identify opportunities and respond flexibly to change.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Experience

• Three years or more experience of working within a purpose-led organisation, such as a charity or social enterprise.
• Three years or more experience of working directly with and supporting young people (aged 16 to 24), ideally including young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Experience and understanding of how best to support inclusion and participation of young people with lived experience, alongside demonstrable experience of engaging and building productive relationships with marginalised and disconnected young people.
• Experience of working with and supporting diverse volunteers; driving recruitment, engagement and retention.
• Experience of designing and facilitating engaging and dynamic events, activities, learning and development opportunities, with and for young people and volunteers.
• Experience of managing and improving organisation wide systems and processes.
• A background and experience in one or more of the following disciplines:
  • Youth work
  • Training and facilitation
  • Careers and employability
  • Education
  • Personal and professional development

Skills

• Adept and enthusiastic relationship builder, with the ability to engage and energise others, including with marginalised young people.
• Good communication skills, able to speak confidently with young people, volunteers, and senior professionals.
• Very organised, with an attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong IT proficiency, including the use of Excel and CRMs.
• Confident and effective at using a range of tools to support planning and project management.
• Able to create clear, professional and accessible resources and tools.
• Able to understand and explain complex concepts in a straight-forward and accessible manner.
• Able to self-manage, staying efficient and motivated and on task.
• Able to operate in a fast-paced environment without compromising on accuracy or quality.

Attitude

• Passionate and enthusiastic about improving young people’s lives.
• Highly motivated and energetic.
• Can take initiative and is comfortable working independently
• Thrives in a busy and fast-paced working environment.
• Positive and solution-focussed, able to maintain a positive approach to problem solving.
• Self-assured, with a ‘can-do’ approach.
• Welcomes feedback, with a desire to continuously improve and develop.
• A commitment to our organisation values of; empowerment, collaboration, reliability, quality and learning.

WHAT WE OFFER

• £36,230 per annum

• 28 days leave (inc. 3 days between Christmas and New Year)

• 2 volunteering days

• 1 life event day

• Matched pension contributions (up to 6%)

• Flexible working (our core business hours are 10am to 3pm)

• Life insurance (5 x annual salary)

• Canada Life WeCare employee support package