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About Arthritis Action
Arthritis Action is the UK charity giving hands-on, practical help to improve the quality of life of people affected by arthritis. We offer an integrated self-management approach, which looks at both the physical and mental health impact of living with arthritis. We support people living with musculoskeletal conditions through healthy eating advice, mental health resources, pain management techniques, Online Groups, employment support, and exercise advice and resources.
Purpose
The Executive Assistant (EA) will serve as the right hand to the CEO, Deputy CEO and Head of Finance & Operations (Executive Management Team – EMT) ensuring efficient day-to-day operations, handling high-level administrative support, and enabling the EMT to focus on strategic priorities.
This role demands high standards of organisation, confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion, given the EA’s access to sensitive information, strategic discussions, and senior-level correspondence. The EA will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including staff, trustees, donors, and partners, requiring sound judgement, diplomacy, and excellent communication skills.
This is a dynamic role in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment — ideal for someone who is solutions-focused, aligned with our mission, and thrives in a collaborative, small-team setting.
Key Responsibilities – This is a new role for Arthritis Action, giving you the opportunity to bring your expertise to help us shape the role. The role will include but not be limited to:
Executive Support
- Provide high-quality administrative support to the EMT for internal and external meetings and events, including diary management, communications, organising logistics (room/venue bookings, catering, etc.), travel planning, speaking engagements and meeting coordination
- Draft correspondence, reports, presentations, and meeting agendas
- Maintain accurate and organised digital and physical files
- Assist with EMT expense claims
Board, Committees & Stakeholder Coordination
- Schedule and organise board and committee meetings
- Prepare and circulate agendas, papers, and minutes
- Support on trustee recruitment as required, including making arrangements for interviews
- Support trustee onboarding, record keeping, and compliance with charity governance requirements
- Liaise with board members and key stakeholders on behalf of the EMT
- Maintain statutory records and assist with annual reporting
Project, Fundraising & Operations Support
- Support EMT as they work with trustees and the team to develop our 2027-2030 strategy
- Aid the preparation of our 85th Anniversary in 2027
- Track deadlines and follow up on action items for the EMT
- Support on special projects, events, and fundraising initiatives
- Conduct research and prepare background materials as needed
- Assist with a large-scale digital file organisation and clean-up
PERSON SPECIFICATION
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
- Essential
- Proven experience supporting a senior executive or leadership team.
- Outstanding organisational and time-management skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to write in Plain English for a range of audiences.
- Tech-savvy with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and scheduling tools.
- Discretion, reliability, and a high level of emotional intelligence.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- An understanding of, and commitment to, Arthritis Action’s vision, mission, equal opportunities and diversity.
- Desirable
- Experience in a nonprofit of charity setting
- Database experience
- Event planning or fundraising support experience
ATTRIBUTES
- Essential
- Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills.
- A self-starter, able to work on own initiative where required.
- Enthusiastic team-player with a can-do attitude.
- Able and willing to travel within the UK.
- Proven experience supporting a senior executive or leadership team.
Arthritis Action is a UK charity helping people with arthritis to live fuller lives with less pain.



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The Eden Project is an educational charity and our mission is to demonstrate and inspire positive action for the planet. As part of this we deliver campaigns and ideas that encourage public engagement and participation to help build social and natural capital in our communities. In order to grow awareness and engagement in these initiatives, we collaborate with a variety of partners across the private and public sectors.
To support an exciting chapter in our community outreach and campaigns, we are looking for a new Corporate Partnership Account Manager who has experience building on existing relationships, developing new ones, as well as providing account management for major brands and household names. The role will focus primarily on working with existing corporate partners to develop activations that support Eden Project’s charitable work and participation in our flagship campaign, The Big Lunch.
This role requires an individual who excels at strategic thinking, exceptional stewardship and relationship building. Bringing a tenacity and enthusiasm, there is opportunity to work with corporate partners to have greater impact in communities, which is a key driver for Eden’s wider strategic plans and aims.
Working for the Eden Project (charity number 1093070), roles within the programme are funded by the Pears Foundation. This is a fixed term contract to the end of June 2027 with further extension planned but currently subject to funding. The post holder will be based at the Eden Project with some flexible working optional, and travel across the UK for key partner events and meetings as required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Full time, fixed term until 16th February 2027
Salary: £28,481 to £33,118 per annum
Location: Exeter, EX2 8ED
Closing date: Sunday 30th November 2025
Interview dates:
- 1st stage interview – Wednesday 10th December 2025
- 2nd stage discovery session – Tuesday 16th December 2025
Are you an experienced operational manager, who relishes a challenge, with a passion for pets and people?
We’re recruiting a Centre Manager with strong leadership, organisational and communication skills to lead our Devon rehoming advice and behaviour unit in all pets, people, financial and compliance matters!
This is a great time to join the Devon Centre, with the chance for a dynamic leader who can quickly adapt and bring their own experience to the role. This is a fixed term contract role until 16th February 2027.
More about the role
At our rehoming, advice & behaviour unit in Devon, our foster-based care and Home Direct Scheme ensures animals find loving homes without the stress of kennels. This means that we do not usually have pets staying onsite overnight and our roles may not include daily pet care, but no two days are ever the same.
As Centre Manager, you’ll be responsible for all aspects of the Centre – pets, people, compliance and finances. Working closely with your Assistant Managers, you’ll inspire and empower your team, embed a culture of continuous improvement and ensure the highest welfare standards.
This role is about leading people and delivering the strategy for the Devon centre. We have a skilled, passionate team, we need someone who can build great relationships and continue to meet the objectives of the centre.
For many, the Centre will be the “public face” of Blue Cross so you will need to ensure that customer service is at the heart of every interaction. At Blue Cross we are ambitious, and the work carried out by our Centres is key in achieving our strategy and ensuring that ultimately, we help more pets.
The standard hours for this role are 37.5 hours per week on a locally agreed rota to include weekends and bank holidays. The standard hours are 8:30 – 5 Monday – Friday, working 1 in 3 weekends (Sat and Sun), with flexibility where there is a business need.
Want to know more detail? Great! We have attached a candidate pack and job description which hopefully gives you everything you need.
About you
You will be an inspirational leader with a proven track record of motivating, developing and supporting people in a fast-paced environment. You’ll bring strong operational and people management skills – able to set direction, take action and empower others to deliver improvements.
Alongside your leadership strengths, you’ll also possess indepth knowledge of animal welfare and operational excellence from a similar environment.
Confident and decisive, you’ll balance the needs of pets, people, and resources to achieve outstanding results.
Resilient, empathetic and emotionally intelligent, you’ll thrive on challenge and approach every situation with a positive, problem-solving mindset.
Knowledge, skills, and experience
- Significant experience of successfully motivating, leading, and developing high performance teams, including setting clearly defined objectives, and managing performance in an animal welfare setting.
- Strong knowledge of animal welfare/care, ensuring operational excellence in a similar animal welfare environment.
- Experience of positively embracing and adapting to change by identifying, leading, and managing change in line with organisational objectives.
- Financially aware and numerate.
- Proven experience of working constructively and collaboratively with colleagues from different teams.
- Interpersonal and consultative skills, including the ability to communicate, present, negotiate, influence, and build credibility with colleagues and external parties.
- Experience of working in a commercial environment where the need to control costs and deliver high levels of service are important.
- Significant experience of working in an emotionally charged environment, showing empathy, and demonstrating resilience under pressure and dealing with distressed people and animals.
- The ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values
- Current full driving licence.
How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 30th November.
The process will include:
- First stage interview and site tour – Wednesday 10th December 2025
- Online Discovery Session – Tuesday 16th December 2025. This will include scenario-based exercises and group discussions, giving you the chance to demonstrate your leadership style and approach to change while meeting colleagues.
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.
In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- Pro rata full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays)
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife - 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
- Health cash plan
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and Personal development support
- Life assurance
- 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
- Enhanced family friendly policies
- Recognition scheme
- Annual volunteer days
- Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers
We believe in a world where all pets enjoy a healthy and happy life with people who love them



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The Organisation
A not-for-profit association with an annual income of approximately £3 million. Their work includes events, learning, networking, and research, delivered in collaboration with leading partners and academic institutions. Operating primarily from the UK with a growing presence internationally.
The Job
You will be a key part of a small Finance team, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, managing the Accounts Executive and working collaboratively within the wider team. The Head of Finance will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial data, and monthly reporting, budget monitoring and year-end accounts.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing invoicing, payments, and reconciliations
- Preparing UK and Irish VAT returns
- Supporting the annual audit and year-end accounts
- Producing monthly budget reports and management accounts
- Monitoring cash flow and liaising with asset managers
- Deputising for the COO when required
- Contributing to system improvements
- Acting as Secretary to the Finance and Audit Committees
The Person
We're looking for a qualified accountant with previous leadership experience within a smaller organisation, ideally immediately available or on short notice.
You'll bring:
- Strong financial systems and Excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
- A methodical, organised approach and strong time management
- A collaborative mindset and high-level communication skills
- A proactive attitude to improving systems and processes
What's in it for You?
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000
Contract: Full-time, 9-12 months (35 hours/week)
Location: Hybrid - 2 days/week in their City of London office, with Tuesday as a core office day
Employee Benefits Package:
- Discretionary performance bonus
- Annual Leave: 27 days (rising to 30 days with service)
- Pension: 7.5% employer contribution, with a minimum 5% employee contribution
- Life Assurance: 4x salary
- Income Protection: Up to 75% of salary after 6 months' incapacity
- Private Medical Insurance: Bupa
- Dental Cover: Bupa dental plan
- Wellness Programme: Discretionary benefits
What to Do Now
If you're interested in joining a purpose-driven organisation with a collaborative culture, please apply now.This role is being managed by Peter O'Sullivan at Hays Senior Finance.
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Hours: 5 days a week, with flexible working available. We are also able to consider part-time options.
Salary: £37,884 (B1 on REDRESS’ salary scales).
Term: fixed term 12 months - maternity leave cover (subject to confirmed funding)
Closing Date: 12 December 2025 (12.00 midday). This is a rolling advertisement, and we encourage early applications. We may close the vacancy sooner than the closing date if it is filled.
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REDRESS is looking to appoint a Survivor Participation Officer to support our work designing, delivering, co-ordinating, and co-producing our policy advocacy with survivors of torture based in the UK and internationally. We are seeking applications from candidates with experience of working with survivors, grassroots organising, or policy advocacy.
We are committed to amplifying the voice of survivors of torture or ill-treatment within REDRESS and the wider sector and working to ensure that people with lived experience are partners in bringing the change needed. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience, which may mean that they or their families are survivors of torture, or that they have escaped persecution.
REDRESS has a diverse team from different backgrounds and with different experiences, including those with lived experience of torture. Under our Equality Policy, we encourage applications from people of colour, LGBTQI+ people, and disabled people, who are currently under-represented. We will use positive action under the Equality Act 2010 to appoint from these groups if two candidates are equally qualified.
Who we are
REDRESS is an international human rights organisation based in London and The Hague that pursues legal claims on behalf of survivors of torture in the UK and around the world to obtain justice and reparation for violations against their human rights. Our approach to legal claims is strategic, so that as well as representing an individual we target the policy reasons that enabled the torture to take place, by building campaigns that uses advocacy, survivor participation, and communications to influence change.
At REDRESS, we utilise a survivor-centred approach, and we undertake a range of legal, policy, advocacy and communications initiatives (both in the UK and internationally) that we seek to co-produce with survivors on accountability and reparations for torture. This includes working with different groups of survivors to co-design and co-develop initiatives which reflect their priorities.
REDRESS has undertaken a process of growth and modernisation over the last few years. You can find information about the organisation in the latest Trustees Annual Report. We are strengthening our processes to further enhance our diversity, build our survivor-centred approach, and ensure people with lived experience are part of REDRESS.
The Team
The Survivor Participation Officer will work with individual survivors and survivor networks to facilitate co-designed advocacy campaigns aimed at the UK government and international stakeholders on key issues, deepen relationships with key stakeholders within the anti-torture movement, develop referral pathways for survivors and make referrals as necessary.
Position Profile
The main responsibilities of the role are:
Survivor Participation. Develop and implement co-production initiatives with survivors of torture, including by providing the secretariat for the Survivor Advisory Group (SAG). Manage and build strong working relationships with new and existing SAG members, as well as survivor networks in the UK and internationally. Advise and support colleagues across REDRESS on embedding co-production in their work.
Survivor-Centred Approach. Develop, implement and manage internal policies and practice on survivor participation as needs arise. Enhance institutional thinking on survivor participation.
Advocacy. Work alongside the Advocacy Officer to co-develop advocacy strategies and campaigns with survivors based on their priorities. Facilitate meetings between survivors and parliamentarians. Support survivors with the development of key messages.
Project Management. Ensure delivery of project and related activities. Manage the budget. Contribute to the drafting of funding proposals, financial reports, and donor reports.
Support guides. Update the REDRESS Guide to Justice, Accountability and Reparations (and the relevant sections of our website) periodically to ensure these remain accurate and up to date resources for survivors and practitioners.
Deliver training. Develop and deliver capacity strengthening workshops to survivor groups, diaspora communities and NGO practitioners, to increase access to information on justice and reparations.
Referrals. Support REDRESS clients where necessary, including by signposting and making referrals to support providers.
Partnerships. Foster relations with existing and potential partners and counterparts on litigation, policy advocacy, and training.
Teamwork/Collaboration. Work collaboratively with REDRESS team members and external stakeholders always exercising professional integrity.
Representing REDRESS. Contribute to the wider needs of the organisation, including communicating REDRESS’ work to a wide array of audiences.
The position is also expected to carry out such further duties as may reasonably be required from time to time by REDRESS.
Person Specification
We are seeking applications from intermediate professionals with some previous experience in either co-production, grassroots organising, or policy advocacy to contribute to this work.
Essential Competencies
The successful candidate will need to have the following essential competencies:
· Experience working with survivors and/or survivor groups. At least three years relevant experience.
· An understanding of human rights.
· Demonstrated proficiency in writing and editing for a public audience.
· Experience in delivering projects.
· Experience working with NGOs and other stakeholders.
· Experience in public speaking to a variety of audiences.
· Experience managing volunteers.
· Good standard of written and oral English.
· Willingness to undertake travel within the United Kingdom.
· Literacy in social media in a professional environment (primarily Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook).
We may consider candidates who are at the early stages of their career and do not meet all the essential criteria. As a minimum at junior level, candidates would benefit from experience of working with survivors, and demonstrable experience in delivering projects.
Desirable Competencies
A strong candidate will also have other desirable competencies:
· A relevant degree in an area such as human rights or international relations, or equivalent experience in the field of human rights.
· Fluency in a language other than English.
· Experience managing projects and project budgets.
· Experience in UK parliamentary advocacy.
Personal Attributes
To work for Redress, the candidate should have the following personal attributes:
· Happy to work collaboratively as part of a small and energetic team with a wide range of personalities.
· Highly efficient and organised, with an ability to multi-task, show initiative, solve problems, and take a hands-on role when necessary.
· Able to think and work strategically, creatively, and under pressure.
· Able to understand and support the aims, objectives and values of REDRESS and reflect them in all aspects of work.
· Able to work with survivors of human rights abuse with a range of specific needs.
Terms
Reporting. The position will report to a Senior Legal Advisor.
Hours. This is a full-time position at 35 hours a week, however part-time hours will be considered. Evening and weekend work may be required from time to time.
Location. The position is based at the REDRESS office in London.
Flexible Working. REDRESS is an “in-person” organisation and we value teamwork, but we have a flexible working policy which allows for working from home. This role is currently required to be in the office at least two days a week.
Duration. The contract is for a fixed term of 12 months (maternity cover).
Start date. The position would start in January 2026.
Probation. There is a six-month probationary period.
Pension. REDRESS offers a pension contribution of 10% of salary.
Holiday. There are 25 days of holiday per year, in addition to UK public holidays. The office is also closed between Christmas and New Year.
Status. The candidate must have the right to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor a UK immigration process for this role.
Interview process. We expect to do two rounds of interviews. We may ask candidates to complete a brief written test as part of the process but will provide information on that nearer the time.
· First round Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and will be on-line.
· Final round interview will take place on 17 December 2025 and will be in-person at our office in London.
How to Apply
Please upload to our recruitment portal a single PDF file including both:
· A cover letter of no more than one page explaining (a) why you would like to work for REDRESS, (b) how you fulfil the personal specification for the role, and (c) how you will contribute to the diversity of REDRESS, and
· Your CV or resume.
Please also complete the anonymous Diversity Monitoring Form. We use the information from the form to tell us about the diversity of the applicant pool for each of the positions that we advertise. We keep the conclusions of the analysis for our records, and the underlying data is destroyed three months after the recruitment closes.
Deadline: 12 December 12.00 midday
We deliver justice and reparation for survivors of torture, challenge impunity for perpetrators, and advocate for legal and policy reforms.

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We are seeking a 12 months fixed term Administration Coordinator to ensure the efficient management of high-level tribunal administration and sensitive legal documents for beneficiaries of the War Pension & Armed Forces Compensation Scheme.
You will provide clear guidance, update beneficiaries on available support, and manage expectations with empathy, delivering an exceptional customer experience while upholding RBL’s commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
Your responsibilities will include ensuring legal documents are securely managed, tracked, and handled with precision. You will act as a key contact for Veterans UK, proactively engaging with beneficiaries, managing enquiries, and setting service expectations. Regularly liaising with beneficiaries, you will introduce them to the War Pension & Armed Forces Compensation Service adviser or partner organisation supporting their tribunal. Additionally, you will identify further RBL services that may assist beneficiaries and make referrals where needed.
This is a full-time role, offering 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday), with the flexibility to work from home three days a week and two days from the office.
What we are looking for:
We are looking for significant experience in delivering administrative support, with a proven ability to manage multiple systems across different platforms. As a strong administrator with a keen eye for detail, you will take initiative and work independently to ensure smooth operations and maintain the highest standards of service.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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Interim Finance Lead
4-month assignment (December 2025 – March 2026)
North London / Hybrid (1–2 days per week on site)
Approx. 3–4 days per week
A North London charity supporting young people with learning differences is seeking an Interim Finance Lead to provide stability and strategic support during a period of transition. With a £2.3m turnover, the organisation delivers horticulture, retail and life-skills training to help young people move into employment and independent living.
The interim will provide continuity across finance and operations while supporting several strategic priorities.
Key responsibilities
• Maintain oversight of finance, budgeting, reporting, audit preparation, cash-flow and financial controls.
• Support governance, HR, property and IT, working with a small internal team and external advisers.
• Manage early-stage merger or partnership discussions, coordinating due-diligence, preparing analysis, and briefing the CEO and trustees.
• Support wider organisational change, including income diversification, funding negotiations and the next phase of internal restructuring.
• Ensure change plans are well-scoped, costed and tracked, providing additional senior capacity to the CEO.
Candidate profile
We are seeking a pragmatic, values-led senior leader with:
• Strong financial and operational management experience (qualified accountant or equivalent preferred).
• Experience of organisational change, integration or merger processes in the charity, education or public sector.
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a small, fast-moving environment.
• Excellent judgement, diplomacy and communication skills.
Harris Hill is working with a London based charity, who is partnering with Harris Hill to find them a Head of Communications who can start ASAP, for 6 to 12 months, on a full time basis.
We’re looking for someone with strong internal communications experience as well as leadership skills, the team have been through a lot of change and require someone who can pull them together, but also, have a lot of internal changes being planned with an internal communications strategy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and deliver Communications strategy to deliver strategic objectives, in particular to raise our profile and improve understanding and reach of our work.
Lead, motivate and manage the Communications team to ensure delivery of the strategy and support the professional development of individual team members.
Work with the branch network where needed to act as liaison with regional and local media outlets to ensure PR opportunities are maximised
Act as the main POC for crisis comms planning with support from Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications (DFMC) and Deputy Director of Marketing and Communications (DDMC)
Act as the main POC for the crisis comms risk register and work with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure this is kept updated.
Ensure media training needs across the organisation are met and that anyone being interviewed by a media outlet is appropriately briefed and coached.
Accountable for the development, delivery and evaluation of the internal and change communications strategy that engages, motivates and informs employees and volunteers, ensuring organisations vision, mission, values and Standards remain at the forefront of delivery
Manage relationships with the organisations Celebrity Ambassadors as well as source new ones
Respond to political engagement requests where necessary.
Ensure that the senior management team is kept up to date with the latest relevant developments in national and regional government
Ensure that any crises which affect the wider sector are coordinated with counterparts at other organisations.
Consult on policy documents and coordinate the response from across the senior management team.
Manage the out of hours press office ensuring that there is the opportunity for the organisations network to speak to a press officer 24/7
Promote, maintain and protect brand, specifically supporting the branch network with reputational management issues and complaints as they arise
Ensure that any PR and digital communications and social media channels are aligned, appropriate and ‘on point’, helping to create relevant, integrated and timely messaging for their content
Plan, monitor and control budgets and resources to achieve agreed objectives
Work closely with the Head of Marketing, Head of Design, Head of Supporter Engagement, and wider teams to develop impactful, integrated campaigns which deliver joint objectives as part of the wider marketing and communications strategy.
Develop strong, collaborative relationships across the organisation and with key external stakeholders and partners.
Manage relationships with external agencies to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget and achieve agreed evaluation metrics.
This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.
If you feel you are able to deliver and add value to this list of responsibilities, please get in touch for a full JD and details about the personal specification
Fully remote
3-4 months
Day Rate-£200-£218 per day umbrella
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the below:
3-5 years' experience as a digital learning content designer
Design/build experience of relevant software:
Adobe Captivate must be able to evidence the use of this software, preferably via screenshare.
Must have Articulate storyline360, Rise, as this would indicate good commercial experience. Note that candidates should be able to evidence their expertise with Articulate Storyline during the interview, by screensharing, opening the software and showcasing some activity.
Any audio/video editing experience would be a bonus.
Educational design methodology and learning management system experience are also welcome.
Ideally, you will have experience in a large, complex organisation.
You will have previously worked in a Digital Training or E-learning role.
If this role is of interest, please apply to this email with an up-to-date word version of your CV attached or get in contact to discuss the role in more detail. I am looking to interview ASAP. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career or if you know someone who might be interested in this role, please do let them know.
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Community Engagement Officer
This role is a FT maternity cover contract over a 15 month period, 38.75 hours pw with some weekend and evening working included. Overseen by our Head of Fundraising, this role primarily covers running the Shelters events alongside supervising our non animal related Volunteers overseeing the running of our two Charity shops , actively recruiting and managing new corporate sponsors and donors including our Helping Hands offering and attending general networking events.
A full description of the role is below. There is a six month probationary period and the rate of pay will be £13.25 ph plus other staff benefits including a work place pension and company sick pay.
This role will suit an enthusiastic, hardworking, self-motivated individual who likes a split of indoor and outdoor working. A practical individual the applicant must be confident and personable dealing with all types of people. A full driving licence is required and an immediate start would be preferred with a closing date of 30th November 2025.
Please note that due to the expected high number of applicants we regret that we will be unable respond to those not invited in for an interview, but would like to thank all those that have applied.
CHELTENHAM ANIMAL SHELTER
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Community Engagement Officer
Responsible to: Head of Fundraising
Post Objective: Working under the direction of the Head of Fundraising, to take responsibility for any community engagements. This being Corporate led commitments, events and management of Volunteers and the Charity Shops.
Responsibilities :-
- Work effectively as part of the Management team reporting directly to the Head of Fundraising to ensure that the Shelter is run in accordance with the instructions of the Board of Trustees.
- In conjunction with the Head of Fundraising and Fundraising team promote a range of fundraising events and functions on behalf of the shelter throughout the year including regular weekend activities, working closely with and involving other members of the management team, other staff and volunteers. Look after the entire life cycle of each event from initial enquiry/plan to completion.
· In conjunction with the Head of Fundraising and Fundraising team oversee regular Corporate groups attending the shelter, encouraging them to fundraise beforehand and afterwards. Support and lead their CSR day at the shelter.
· Responsible for the acquisition of new corporate partners and the effective stewardship and development of existing corporate relationships to maximise long-term support for the organisation.
· Take the lead on any General Shelter talks within the local community.
· Collaborate with the Education team and support them with workshops where requested and relevant.
· Manage and oversee events on the day of happening, including problem solving, welcoming guests/supporters, directing event set-up, communicating with staff and organizing vendors. Ensure all event equipment such as gazebo’s, tables, chairs, information stand, marketing materials, etc are available and loaded onto vehicles the night before and then unloaded when returned.
- Communicate with other members of the Fundraising team to create effective advertisements for each event, creating paper based items such as posters and information or for the website/Facebook online advertisements for individual events., leaflets and online advertisement.
- Anticipate and plan for different scenarios and where necessary plan multiple events at once.
· Have overall responsibility for the promotion and performance of the onsite and offsite Charity Shops liaising regularly with and managing the Onsite Shop Supervisor and offsite Shop Manager. Ensure that the EPOS system incorporating the Retail Gift Aid process works correctly and captures GA where possible.
· Actively promote and coordinate the collection of items for fundraising recycling, via the individual Charity Shops.
· Coordinate the distribution, collection and careful recording of money spinners , individual money collection tins and food collection bins.
· Pro-actively seek out new collection sites and times, gaining local council licences where necessary and be involved and co-ordinate these. Includes street collections ( Christmas and Race week) via Cheltenham Borough Council, Pets At Home store collections and regular supermarket collections.
· Ensure events are well manned by Volunteers and as much support is given as possible to all activities profiling the Shelter.
· Post and monitor adverts for and then recruit and induct new Volunteers for various non animal related roles as demand dictates within the Shelter.
· Monitor, encourage and support those volunteers in all aspects of daily life within both the Shelter and at all external events.
· Record regular hours of all Volunteers, hold thank you events and organise recognition certificates for long service Volunteers.
· Attend various Networking events to make new contacts and keep up to date with all local and national Volunteering groups and news.
· Promote the Animal Shelter in a positive and pro-active manner by improving systems and methods and provide an exemplary lead to staff.
· Provide excellent customer care when in contact with members of the public, supporters, sponsors ,and other’s presenting a professional image at all times.
· Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by the General Manager, Operations Manager or Head of Fundraising
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PEAS is a not-for-profit organisation expanding access to inclusive, quality secondary education across Sub-Saharan Africa. Our vision is a world where all children enjoy an education that unlocks their full potential. At the heart of our work are 46 PEAS schools across Uganda and Zambia, delivering high quality, low cost education in hard-to-reach communities. Each year, we support over 200,000 young people in marginalised communities across Uganda, Zambia and Ghana.
About the Technical Team
The PEAS Technical Team is a small group of experts who work to continually strengthen PEAS’ impact across our network of schools and beyond. The team supports education leads in Uganda, Zambia and Ghana to design and implement high impact education programmes, provides technical education and monitoring and evaluation advice, designs and runs research projects, supports collaborative partnerships with governments and other organisations, and proactively shares our evidence and know-how with partners and the international education community.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting 6-month role within the Global Technical Team, with the possibility of extension for a further 6 months. As a Technical Team Associate, you will work with leads in Uganda, Zambia, Ghana and the UK to support PEAS to grow its impact. You will develop content for strategic education projects, support the design of new education programmes, and contribute to project monitoring and evaluation to ensure ongoing learning is generated in relation to our education programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Support tool and content development for strategic projects in collaboration with UK colleagues and programme leads in Uganda and Zambia to address priority areas of improvement. This could include designing content for educational software, supporting the design and implementation of activities under our girls approach, and designing trainings and guidance materials based on best practice.
- Develop training resources for teachers and leaders, including training manuals and presentations to support colleagues to deliver virtual or in-person training.
- Review external studies to ensure an updated library of relevant research.
- Support the development and adaptation of surveys and forms for data collection.
- Assist with the analysis of survey and other quantitative and qualitative data, including data cleaning and presenting analysis in PowerPoint presentations.
- Support coordination of research and evaluation projects.
- Coordinate and minute meetings relating to programme implementation and monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL).
- Support PEAS’ research and documentation of potential new countries for operations.
- Contribute to PEAS’ Thought Leadership work by drafting blogs, abstracts and presentations.
How to apply
To apply, please click the 'Redirect to Recruiter' button to be redirected to our application form. Please ensure you have read the job pack attached to this job advert before applying.
We will be reviewing and shortlisting applications on a rolling basis, and will close the application process once we have a suitable number of candidates. Therefore, please do submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of submitting your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are committed to ensuring our opportunities are accessible to all, so if there is any way that we can support you to be the best you can be in the recruitment process, please do get in touch by e-mail. We welcome all applicants and will always treat every application fairly based on merit.
We are looking for someone who:
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with key stakeholders
- Has experience of supporting the wellbeing of caring professionals, ideally with those in Christian ministry
- Is familiar with the Anglican diocesan structures and culture
- Is a strategic thinker with experience in partnership development
- Shares our vision to see flouishing clergy
This newly created role within St Luke's is supported by a generous grant from the Henry Smith Foundation to develop our wellbeing programmes over the next three years. The Associate Director will engage with dioceses and individual clergy as they explore and embed our wellbeing programmes.
The post holder will represent St Luke's and our Christian ethos within senior diocesan teams and help shape and deliver our strategic vision for flourishing clergy. This role will support the advancing clergy reflection programme and support dioceses, other networks and communities and Theological Educational Institutions in establishing wellbeing practices.
The role is home based with travel around the UK as required. There will be a requirement to be in London at least once a month for team meetings.
This role carries an occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practicing Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. The role involves representing and upholding the Christian ethos of St Luke’s in both internal leadership and external engagement.
Please see job pack for more information.
A leading charity in clergy wellbeing and mental health
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About us
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Location: Crisis Skylight London. Homeworking can be considered for one day a week in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy.
Contract: Fixed term contract until end of October 2026
It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have recently adapted the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness. We have increased our capacity to work with people one to one and strengthened our ability to support those people facing the most barriers to preventing or ending their homelessness.
We offer people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless housing and benefits advice, 1-2-1 coaching, advocacy, courses and peer group sessions alongside practical services of showers and laundry for street homeless.
About the role
As an Engagement and Assessment Worker, you will be part of Crisis Skylight London’s Engagement and Assessment Team, providing a high quality, non-judgemental and safe service to individuals who approach our Skylight Centre. Engagement and Assessment Workers are the first point of contact for a range of enquiries from people who are experiencing homelessness for the first time, individuals with complex and multiple needs, visitors, volunteers, and supporters. You will be providing information about Crisis’ services, delivering a high-quality triage and assessment service, and offering Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) on local homelessness and other related services. You will also manage a small caseload.
Crisis uses a case management approach, and the successful candidate will attend case management meetings, reflective practice, and team meetings. You will also work collaboratively with external partners and Crisis Skylight London’s Coaching and Learning Teams.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Experience of working with homeless or other vulnerable groups and understanding of the importance of respecting confidentiality, showing empathy and sensitivity, and working in a boundary way.
- Experience of assessing presenting needs and working in a Psychologically Informed Environment, and in a way that ensures that members with all levels of need can access the service.
- Excellent customer service skills with a commitment to delivering the highest standard of customer care and high quality IAG.
- Good knowledge of homelessness, housing and welfare legislation and Safeguarding procedures.
- Strong interpersonal skills including effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to deal with challenging situations with a calm approach.
- Ability to manage a caseload, and successful relationships with external service providers and partners.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly and more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 23 November 2025 at 23:59
Interview date and location: Friday 5 December 2025 (in-person) at Crisis Skylight London, 50 – 52 Commercial Street, E1 6LT
Interview process: Competency-based interview and interview task to Case Study sent to shortlisted candidates prior to the interview
AI in job applications
We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
*Please note, internally, this role is titled Campaign Lead*
Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation as we embark on the first year of our new five-year strategy. With increased investment in income generation starting in 2025, we are expanding our team to drive the growth necessary to achieve our organisational goals. Our fundraising team bridges the journey of the animals in our care with the wider public, demonstrating how their contributions enable us to support every dog and cat. We now have several new roles within this team to further our mission.
This is a new role working within Battersea’s Income Generation department to develop and deliver the campaign plan for a £4-6million pound capital fundraising appeal.
One of the key pillars of Battersea’s current strategy is to ensure that we continue to provide expert care for all the dogs and cats that come through our gates. One of the ways in which we do this is by investing in our facilities to ensure that they continue to meet the changing needs of the animals we care for. This fundraising campaign will help to achieve that aim.
You will work with teams across Battersea to develop a comprehensive plan for the campaign and co-ordinate the work of multiple specialist teams to deliver the campaign on a day-to-day basis. You will also be responsible for developing a clear governance structure for the campaign, and ensuring all stakeholders are kept informed of progress. You will also oversee and track progress of a series of internal process improvements that support the running of the campaign.
Please note, this is not a direct fundraising position, but will support our fundraising teams in delivering ambitious financial targets for the appeal.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
- Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.
To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.
Closing date: 23rd November 2025
Interview date(s): To Be Confirmed
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.



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High Trees Community Development Trust is seeking an experienced and engaging Employability Tutor to deliver high-quality training and support that helps adults build the skills, confidence and motivation needed to access sustainable employment.
You will design and deliver a range of employability sessions, from CV writing and interview skills to confidence building and digital literacy, supporting learners to overcome barriers and achieve their goals. Working within our Employment and Careers team, you’ll deliver group workshops and one-to-one sessions that are inclusive, practical and responsive to local need.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about empowering others and helping people take positive steps towards work, education or training. If you’re an energetic and learner-focused tutor with excellent communication and organisational skills, we’d love to hear from you.
About High Trees
High Trees Community Development Trust has been rooted in the local community in Tulse Hill, Lambeth, for over 27 years. We deliver services across education and training, employment support, youth and family work, community action, and research and capacity building.
We work in partnership with local people and organisations to build stronger communities and create meaningful change. Our Employment and Careers team supports local residents to develop skills, confidence and opportunities through employability training, careers guidance and one-to-one coaching.
At High Trees, you will join a collaborative and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality, empowering and inclusive services that help people achieve lasting change.
Connecting with people and communities to strengthen skills and build stronger voices.



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