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BookTrust is the UK’s largest children’s reading charity. We know that children who read are happier, healthier, more empathetic, and more creative. They also do better at school.

Working with every local authority and across every region in the country, and supported by Arts Council funding, we reach over 1.3 million children and families a year via partners in schools, children’s centres, health visitors and libraries. This incredible network helps us to get children reading across the country.

Reading for pleasure has a dramatic impact on educational outcomes, wellbeing and social mobility, and is also a huge pleasure in itself. We are committed to starting children on their reading journey and supporting them throughout.

Our England Partnerships Team support our wide range of partners in a place-based way, working in and with local communities and the children and families most in need of support.

As a Community Engagement Coordinator - Central Region, you will work within the regional partnerships team to support projects, pilots and pieces of learning to build greater place-based working with the BookTrust partner network.

This post is homebased, working within BookTrust’s Central England region, which covers East and West Midlands, East Anglia and some home counties with significant flexibility and extensive travel across the region and to other BookTrust offices in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. 

PLEASE NOTE: Applying as soon as possible is advised, as the vacancy may close early, due to the high volume of applicants.

Want to join us? Find out more about who and for further informaiton on the role via our website.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter showing how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role. Your covering letter should not be longer than two sides.

Closing date: Friday 29th August 2025 at 5pm.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity

We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: minority ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from underrepresented communities.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team to discuss your requirements further (contact details can be found on our website).

BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to safeguarding therefore, the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, and pre-employment checks.

Debt & Welfare Benefits Adviser

Salary: £29,063 pa

35 hours per week, 25 days A/L + contributory pension scheme

Since 1899, Birmingham Settlement has been working to create opportunity and choice – connecting and empowering people through action, activities, and shared learning to build and sustain wellbeing for all

As an experienced Debt & Welfare Benefits Adviser you will already have a background in providing effective, high-quality debt and welfare benefits advice to a wide range of clients in differing circumstance.

Based at our Newtown office with outreach work in other areas of the city, you will be adaptable with excellent communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage your own workload.

You will be joining a long established and professional Money Advice Team providing specialist advice with a holistic approach that covers all areas of debt and welfare benefit along with training to build and continually improve money management and financial capability.

This is a great opportunity to join a progressive charity making a real difference to people’s lives – see our website 

For an informal discussion about the role call Theresa Gniadkowski 

Previous applicants need not apply.

 For an application pack visit our website or email us or write to Human Resources, Birmingham Settlement – Sports & Community Centre, 600 Kingstanding Road, Kingstanding, Birmingham, B44 9SH

Closing date for applications: Monday 08/09/25 at 5pm

Interviews: w/c Monday 15/09/25

Birmingham Settlement is committed to Equality of Opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Registered charity number 517303

This exciting role of an Executive Personal Assistant (PA) has opened within Karrek Community. 

About Us:

Karrek Community is a leading care provider dedicated to delivering exceptional care services that support individuals in living independently, safely, and with dignity. Our executive office drives strategic initiatives, oversees operational excellence, and fosters growth in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and professional Personal Assistant to support the Executive Office. The ideal candidate will thrive under pressure, handle confidential information with discretion, and manage multiple priorities with efficiency and attention to detail. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth running of executive operations and requires a flexible, can-do attitude.

Key Responsibilities (In summary, further information in job description):

• Provide high-level administrative and organizational support to the Directors
• Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, and schedule appointments.
• Prepare reports, presentations, correspondence, and meeting minutes.
• Liaise with internal departments, external partners on behalf of the executive team.
• Organise events, and staff engagement activities on behalf of the Directors
• Handle confidential documents and information with the utmost discretion
• Support project tracking and follow-ups, ensuring deadlines are met
• Manage incoming communications and prioritize urgent matters for the executive team
• Assist in organizing internal and external events, board meetings, and strategic planning sessions

Requirements (In summary, further information in job description)::

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or similar role in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in the healthcare or care services sector is highly desirable
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and demands
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

If becoming the Executive Personal Assistant (PA) to the Directors for Karrek sounds interesting to you and you would like to have an informal chat with one of our Directors, please contact us.

(Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorship for this or any other role)

The Catholic Diocese of Northampton covers the traditional counties of Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, together with the town of Slough, a Unitary Authority within Berkshire.

The Diocese is involved in many different areas of life. Not just in parishes, but also in schools, hospitals, prisons and religious communities; working with people with disabilities, and with the young and the old; promoting the value of family and of marriage; caring for the poor, the homeless and those who live at the margins of society.

With its southern edge resting on the Thames and its northern tip in the East Midlands, it is by no means the smallest English diocese. There are 69 principal parishes with another 26 "satellite churches", chapels of ease, and a few more Mass centres in private schools and other institutions. They are served by 48 active diocesan priests, assisted by 12 active priests from other dioceses and 18 from religious orders.

The diocese has 29 schools at primary/infant/junior level, 6 secondary schools, one 4-19 VA through-school, one private primary school, a private prep school, and one private girls’ boarding through-school. Between them they educate some 20,700 pupils.

The diocese is a registered charity, The Northampton Roman Catholic Diocesan Trust, and is also a registered company. The Chief Operating Officer will be the Honorary Secretary to that corporation. There is one active trading subsidiary, RCDN Property Services Ltd, which provides project management for school projects. There are separate Trustees' Property, Investment and Health and Safety Committees.

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will provide strategic and operational leadership across the Diocese, with a particular focus on the effective management of property, land, and other physical assets. The COO will ensure that Diocesan operations support the mission of the Church, are financially sustainable, and are compliant with legal and regulatory requirements. This role is pivotal in safeguarding and enhancing the Diocese’s Mission and the supporting physical estate for current and future generations.

In addition to the statutory and legal and governance responsibilities attached to the role, the Chief Operating Officer is responsible for all the core business functions or finance, facilities, including IT, and HR.

If you’re a podcast producer with an ear for a really good story and strong editing and video skills, we want to hear from you!

As well as our two national Christian radio stations, UCB1 and UCB2, we are also active in the podcast landscape, making popular podcasts such as ‘Bible Books in 30 Minutes’, ‘Life Issues’ and ‘The Big Man Up Top.

You’ll be creating new distinctive Christian podcast content as well as developing our existing podcasts in order to expand our reach in the marketplace. You’ll be implementing our podcast strategy, which includes video creation, and coming up with creative ways to help us grow our podcast audience. You’ll have a passion for memorable storytelling and a desire to put edifying content into the world. You will also be supporting our radio presenter teams with content for their radio programmes.

Working within a busy media environment, you’ll know how to work collaboratively but also to tight (often changing) deadlines. You’ll be in a lively culture with a team of fellow creatives, where we’ll support your development and growth.

This staff position is currently based at our Broadcast Centre in Hanchurch, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 8RY (so you’ll need your own transport as we’re currently based in a rural location.)

Take a look at the job description and email our Content Co-ordinator if you have any questions before completing your application form.  If you have an example of a podcast you have previously worked on, we would love to hear or see it, please send this to our HR team. Contact details can be found in the advert on our website.

Closing date for applications: - Friday 12th September 2025 noon

Interviews: Tuesday 23rd September 2025

Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 per annum depending on skill and experience plus staff benefits.  UCB benefits include life assurance of 4x salary, healthcare cash plan, and matched pension contributions up to 6%

For an application form and job description please visit the vacancies page on our website

UCB is a Christian Charity.  Schedule 9 Part 1 (3a) and (3b) of the Equality Act 2010 apply to this vacancy 

We are currently looking for two (new) part-time Finance Manager roles, splitting the previous finance manager role and following the implementation of new accounting software – with one role focussing on general finance processes and systems, and one role focussing on relationships with budget holders, reporting and forecasting.

The Sutton Trust is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join the team and provide crucial support on a range of key finance functions. This is an exciting time to join the team as we are looking to further improve process efficiencies and assess the use of technology within the team.

These are varied and hands-on roles that requires a strong understanding of charity accounting (particularly funds), excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. You can expect a steep learning curve and fast-paced work in a passionate and supportive environment. 

Senior Finance Manager

The Senior Finance Manager will join a small and dynamic team that covers Finance, Human Resources, IT and Business Operations. The Finance & Operations team play a critical role by running the day-to-day operations and providing the infrastructure that enables the continued delivery of the Trust’s mission and objectives.

Main duties

• Overseeing the Finance Officer’s work including sales ledger, purchase ledger and general processes and ensuring transactions are posted accurately and timely as well as supporting reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
  Other duties as necessary from time to time 
• Overseeing month-end and year-end processes, including reconciliations and preparing trial balances and journal postings.
• Preparing year-end schedules and statutory accounts, working closely with the Director of Finance & Operations and external auditors. Liaising with external auditors and managing the audit process.
• Ensuring legal and regulatory compliance (e.g. Companies House, Charity Commission)
• Managing the finance system, including data integrity, user access and system upgrades. Supporting finance-related integrations with other systems, and ongoing system improvements/ automation.
• Supporting the Director of Finance & Operations to ensure there is an effective system of financial controls, e.g. feeding into policies, procedures and team-wide training, as required
• Line managing, motivating and proactively supporting the Finance Officer in their professional development
• Proactively updating your own knowledge in relation to the role, identifying and undertaking appropriate training
• Keeping up to date with legislation, policies and procedures relevant to the role and the Trust’s work

Interviews

Applications should reach us by 10am, Monday 18th August, with first round interviews held over Zoom on Thursday, 28th August, and second round interviews held at our London offices on Wednesday, 3rd and Thursday, 4th September.

Finance Manager

The Finance Manager will join a small and dynamic team that covers Finance, Human Resources, IT and Business Operations. The Finance & Operations team play a critical role by running the day-to-day operations and providing the infrastructure that enables the continued delivery of the Trust’s mission and objectives.

Main duties

• Building and maintaining relationships with budget holders and members of senior leadership to help them understand budgets and financial statements and support them with their day-to-day budget management and finance needs (incl. on the new finance system, XLedger)

• Preparing quarterly management accounts, and other financial modelling as required
• Cash management and cashflow forecasting; monitoring and reporting on the Trust’s investment portfolios
• Supporting the Director of Finance & Operations with annual budget setting and leading on quarterly reforecasting cycles
• Supporting the Development Team with funding applications, and grant / funder reporting
• Ensuring compliance with funder restrictions and requirements
• With support from the Finance Officer, managing the payroll and benefits administration (note, payroll is outsourced)
• Supporting the Director of Finance & Operations to ensure there is an effective system of financial controls, e.g. feeding into policies, procedures and team-wide training, as required
• Proactively updating your own knowledge in relation to the role, identifying and undertaking appropriate training
• Keeping up to date with legislation, policies and procedures relevant to the role and the Trust’s work 
• Other duties as necessary from time to time

Interviews

Applications should reach us by Midnight, Monday 25th August, with first round interviews held over Zoom on Tuesday, 2nd September, and second round interviews held at our London offices on Tuesday, 9th September.

Job title: Development Assistant

Hours: 35 hours per week full time. We are open to flexible working and hybrid options for this role.

Reporting to Development Manager

Salary £24,000

Wells Cathedral is a masterpiece of English Gothic architecture, renowned for its astonishing beauty, historical significance and its international reputation for music.

It stands as one of the most impressive cathedrals in the UK and is a world-class centre for worship and mission, inspirational music and creative engagement with young people and visitors from around the world.

Are you an ambitious, pro-active and confident self-starter looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to expand your knowledge of fundraising and help to conserve and maintain Wells Cathedral for future generations?

Would you like to bring your exceptional administration skills to an important place of worship and a world renowned heritage organisation?

The Development Assistant is an essential part of the Cathedral’s fundraising function and provides important support to the team, streamlining processes, acting as a first point of contact and managing the fundraising database for the organisation.

As Development Assistant you will:

· Have fantastic communication skills and excellent customer service as the first point of contact for all enquiries and managing the Fundraising inbox.

· Enhance the development team through robust administration processes and providing essential administrative support across all income streams, including administering the Cathedral’s Planned Giving scheme.

· Work with the Finance team to efficiently manage payment processes and administration and ensure timely acknowledgement of gifts.

· Support excellent donor engagement and stewardship through thank you letters, mailings, creation of literature and event co-ordination and support.

· Assist collating information and co-ordinating regular supporter communications across different channels to inspire people and demonstrate the impact of support.

· Deepen supporter relationships through accurately recording all income and activities on the Cathedral’s CRM system. Maximise the effectiveness of the CRM and keeping records up to date. (We are currently reviewing our systems, and this role will be instrumental in supporting implementation of any new systems.)

· Assist in the preparation and analysis of data and reports for use by the wider team to support future plans and activity.

· Amplify the prospecting work of the team by undertaking preliminary research and preparing briefing materials, in consultation with members of the team.

· Showcase the work of the Cathedral through supporting event organisation.

· Be keen to develop your fundraising skills and undertake relevant training and skills development to keep up to date with the changing requirements of the role.

· Support the team through additional duties as reasonably required to assist the smooth and efficient running of the Development Team and maximise the impact of the fundraising function. Some weekend and out of hours working may be required.

We would like to hear from you if you:

· Have enhanced the work of a team by providing excellent administrative support.

· Are passionate about working for Wells Cathedral and making an impact on an important heritage organisation.

· Are keen to expand or develop your fundraising experience. Previous fundraising experience is not essential for this role. We welcome applicants with enthusiasm and a willingness to develop your skills in an exciting and supportive environment.

· Enjoy building relationships with people and offering exceptional customer service.

· Have experience of using a CRM or a similar database system and can process data accurately and efficiently and in line with all appropriate regulatory requirements.

· Realise the importance of accurate record keeping and have excellent attention to detail and strong numeracy skills.

· Enjoy connecting with people and inspiring them through strong written and verbal communication skills

· Enjoy a varied workload and can meet deadlines and prioritise.

· Have a positive and creative approach, with experience working collaboratively.

The successful applicant will also be expected to share in Wells Cathedral’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We currently operate a hybrid model of working and are open to discussing flexible ways of working. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people need more flexible working patterns. Please get in touch to arrange an informal conversation ahead of applying to learn more about us and why this opportunity is right for you.

To apply, please fill in the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form available on the Vacancies section of Wells Cathedral's website and return them to the HR Manager.

In return we offer:

· 6.6 weeks of annual leave per annum inclusive of bank holidays. The holiday year runs from 1 January to 31 December.

· A discount of 10% is available in the Cathedral Shop and Café.

· Staff training and opportunities to develop your skills.

· Pension Defined Contribution Scheme. Contributions as % of salary:

Age Employee Employer

<50 3% 5%

50–55 4% 8%

>55 5% 10%

· Parking spaces are available in the Cathedral car park. Cars are parked at the risk of the owner.

· All reasonable working expenses will be met in line with Cathedral policy.

The appointment will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks, including a basic DBS check. A probationary period of 6 months will apply to this post.

Timetable

Closing date: 7 September 2025

Interviews: 24 September 2025

Job Title: Student Events Coordinator

Location: Home-based (with 1 day per month in the London office) or hybrid (with 1 day per week in the London office)

Hours: 28 hours per week (part-time)

Contract type: 12 months fixed-term contract

FTE Salary: £24,726 per annum (home-based) – £27,199 per annum (hybrid)

What we do: We help young people through cancer

How we work: We’re Determined, United, Spirited and Kind

What we’re looking for:

• Someone who can give a high level of stewardship to empower our student supporters to reach their fundraising potential
• Someone who enjoys collaboration and can build strong working relations with internal and external stakeholders, to increase awareness of the charity and fundraising potential of our student fundraisers
• Someone who has an interest in working in third-party events and in student fundraising
• Someone who is happy to attend University Fresher Fayres and represent Teenage Cancer Trust and our student event portfolio.

What we offer:

• Leave: 25 days of annual leave, which increases with service, in addition to bank holidays and a 3 or 4 day closure over the Christmas period. We also have finish early Fridays in August and quarterly rest days to step away from day to day work and refocus.
• Flexible bank holidays: the option to swap five UK public holidays (except 25th, 26th December, and 1st January or any substitute bank holidays for these dates) for other dates off.
• Paid Carer and Compassionate Leave: paid time off to care for family members or dependants.
• Paid Parental Leave: enhanced pay for parental leave such as maternity leave, paternity leave or adoption leave.
• Paid Volunteering Leave: support your community by taking paid leave for volunteering activities.
• Health Cashback Plan: access a health cashback plan to cover medical expenses.
• Life assurance and Income Protection: financial support if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Discount scheme: access exclusive savings at various high street retailers and gyms.
• Flexible Working: we care about your wellbeing and encourage flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.

How to apply:

You’ll need to register on our portal, complete a short application form and answer questions about your skills and experience in relation to the role.

Key dates:

Applications by Sunday 24th August. 1st Stage Interviews 27th and 28th August online and 2nd Stage interviews 2nd September online. 

Our commitment to inclusion and accessibility:

At Teenage Cancer Trust one of our key focuses is around equity and making sure our services are accessible and inclusive to all young people with cancer, with no-one left behind. We have the same goal for people working with us. Teenage Cancer Trust is committed to recognising and valuing individual differences and the contributions of all people.

Should you require any assistance or adjustments to support your application or interview process, such as additional time for tasks, meeting the panellists beforehand, information in another format or a different interview format (online/offline/in person), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the HR Team.

We are a Disability Confident employer which means we have committed to offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role listed under the 'What you'll bring to the team' section of the job description. If you would like to opt into this scheme, please tick ‘yes’ on the application form.

Privacy and Safeguarding:

At Teenage Cancer Trust we take our commitment to safeguarding seriously and work to protect and promote the rights of the young people who we support. Our safeguarding responsibilities extend to the children and adults who work to support the charity, who we also have a duty of care to protect. Safeguarding is at the forefront of each activity we carry out. In line with our approach, this role is subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service). 

For information on how we collect, store and process personal data please get in touch with the HR Team. 

Working alongside the existing Stewardship Resourcing Officer, you will be part of a team working to help embed a culture of generosity across the diocese in response to the generosity and grace of God. You will be focusing on the encouragement of planned giving, the continued introduction of contactless giving and the Parish Giving Scheme, supporting treasurers and contributing to materials to assist parishes in becoming Joyful Generous Stewards. Training will be tailored to your individual needs.

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading protection agency with a mandate to protect, advocate and promote durable solutions for displacement affected populations.

DRC has been operating in Ukraine since 2014, currently DRC employs over 800 staff in Ukraine and implements emergency response in the Protection, Livelihoods, Shelter/NFIs and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (humanitarian mine action) sectors, using direct interventions, support to duty bearers and civil society organizations (CSOs), and partnerships with CSOs. DRC will continue and adapt its durable solutions portfolio to the evolving context.

DRC is currently looking for a highly-qualified Area Programme Manager (ABA Consortium) to join our team in Mykolaiv.

About the job

The Area-Based Allocation (ABA) Consortium is designed to support local actors in Ukraine by facilitating access to quality funding and enabling them to scale up their programming without being burdened by excessive bureaucracy. The Consortium operates as a fund mechanism, incorporating a due diligence process, calls for proposals, fund disbursement, and tailored support throughout project implementation.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, and in close coordination with Consortium partners and DRC colleagues, the Area Programme Manager (APM) (ABA Consortium) is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the programme. This includes both managerial and technical leadership in the delivery of activities, disbursement of grants to civil society organizations (CSOs), provision of technical assistance, reporting, and oversight of monitoring and evaluation processes.

Your main responsibilities will be:

Grant Management and Compliance

• Support the Chief of Party developing the operations procedures for the fund management, vetting process, due diligence, tiers classification and allocation process.
• Ensure vetting and due diligence are implemented in a timely manner and the results inform the capacity building plans.
• Participate in the operational review of the proposals submitted by the CSOs.
• Ensure Sub Grants Agreements packages are prepared in a timely manner following the approval of the proposals.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, including narrative reporting, indicator tracking.

Project implementation oversight

• Ensure that Project Cycle Management (PCM) tools and processes are in place such as kick of meetings, workplans, budget follow up, procurement plans.
• Ensure that key procurements to be performed by DRC are initiated on time to ensure timely delivery to the Partners
• Ensure capacity assessments and capacity strengthening plans are in place within the Program team. Liaise closely with the Support Services Fund Managers to ensure that similar plans are in place for Finance, Supply Chain, HR.
• Ensure technical monitoring and regular follow up meetings happen with CSOs to monitor progress (targets timeline, expenditure) and address challenges.

People management

• Line manages the Program team of the ABA Consortium, including MEAL, Grants and Technical specialists (Shelter and Protection) including recruitment, performance management and oversignt in close coordination with technical supervisors

Representation & External Coordination

• Coordinate with the other consortium members to ensure alignment of practices and processes
• Ensure fluid, open communication between partners at all levels (technical, operational, strategic) and support resolution of disagreements or misalignments in implementation or planning.

About you:

To be successful in this role we expect you to be a strong and strategic leader with a solid background in programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement, ideally in complex humanitarian or early recovery contexts; a proven ability to manage diverse teams, foster collaboration among partners, and ensure compliance with donor requirements. We expect you to bring a deep commitment to locally led responses and have demonstrated experience in supporting and strengthening the capacity of local actors — through mentoring, technical support, or tailored accompaniment — to enable sustainable and impactful programming.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required:

• At least 3 years of experience in managing programs in emergency and early recovery contexts
• At least 3 years of experience in team management position.
• Demonstrated experience managing Grants, MEAL and Programme/Sector departments
• Strong understanding of area-based or integrated programming, ideally in conflict-affected contexts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and representation skills.

Desirable:

• Previous experience including hands on support to local partners through capacity development/ mentoring
• Previous experience leading Protection, Shelter and/or cash based programming
• Demonstrated experience with donor compliance, particularly ECHO, USAID or UN-led funding.
• Experience working with or coordinating Ukrainian civil society or local actors

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies: 

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. 
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. 
• Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer

• Contract length: 12 months with the possibility of extension depending on performance and funding 
• Band: F2 – Managerial
• Designation of Duty Station: Mykolaiv, non-family duty station
• Start date: September/October

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for employees on national and interantional contracts; please refer to our website for more details.

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.

Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: August 20th, 2025

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and DRC reserves the right to proceed with the recruitment before the deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.

The Methodist Church is committed to ensuring its churches are safe spaces for all. We work hard to ensure compliance with legal requirements, develop good practice, provide effective training and give professional advice on individual cases.  We have an exciting opportunity to join our new safeguarding regional team operating in the north east region and take this forward supporting Methodist churches and work. The post holder will join a team of safeguarding officers who will carry specific responsibility for individual cases, undertake risk assessments, lead training and advise churches. The post will be aligned with specific Methodist districts and provide support to colleagues across the regional area requiring regular travel.

Hours of work: 24 hrs per week. (salary will be prorated to the hours worked)

The successful candidate will hold a relevant professional qualification, experience in child and/or adult protection or significant demonstrable relevant work experience.

Our Culture, Values and Benefits

Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.

We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi-leave and an on-site Wellbeing Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme with pensions matched up to 8%.

The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups.

If you require reasonable adjustments to made at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact HR team.

Closing date:  28 August 2025

Interviews will take place on (in person): 10th September 2025

N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

As the Head of People & Culture, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and nurturing our positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture. You will lead the development and delivery of people strategies that foster employee engagement, personal and professional growth, and a strong sense of belonging across Terrence Higgins Trust. Acting as a trusted partner to leadership and a champion for all employees and volunteers, you will enable Terrence Higgins Trust to attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent.

Why work for us?

This role is dynamic and challenging, offering a chance to leverage your technical expertise in a way that makes a real difference. You'll be at the forefront of our IT ServiceDesk, ensuring seamless and efficient use of O365 across the organization.

It’s an excellent move for your career development. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse team, solve complex problems, and contribute to impactful projects. The role is crucial for our mission, as your work will directly support our efforts to tackle global poverty and social injustice. Your contributions will help ensure that our systems are robust, our staff empowered, and our operations running smoothly.

If you’re passionate about technology and looking to take your career to the next level while making a meaningful impact, this is the role for you!

At CARE International UK we affirm the dignity, potential and contribution of participants, donors, partners and staff. Our actions are consistent with our mission. We are honest and transparent in what we do and say and accept responsibility for our collective and individual actions. We work together effectively to serve the larger community. We constantly challenge ourselves to the highest levels of learning and performance to achieve greater impact.

About you

The candidate should possess a strong technical background with extensive hands-on experience in managing and supporting Office 365 environments. They should be proficient in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Office 365 applications, including Exchange, SharePoint, Active Directory, Teams and the use of an IT Ticketing System. Additionally, familiarity with hardware support and the ability to manage and maintain Windows operating systems is crucial.

We are also looking for someone with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as they will need to interact with various stakeholders and provide clear, concise support. A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are also essential qualities for this role.

By focusing on these key attributes, we can ensure that we find the right individual who will thrive in this position and contribute positively to our team.

About the role

The role will work with the business, senior management, peers and vendors to support O365 applications, knowledge management using the SharePoint platform and general support in the full range of IT computer problems and queries, install and configure computer systems, diagnose hardware/software faults and solve technical application problems, either in person or via remote connections.

It is therefore essential that applicant is aware this role requires wide range of O365, systems and network skill set to deliver a first-class support service and ensure IT Support runs within agreed SLA’s.

The main areas of responsibility will be:

· O365 Apps

· SharePoint and Teams administration and support

· Azure and Active Directory maintenance

· Service Desk and General IT support

· Cyber awareness and action

· Documentation and Governance

· Automated deployment of software applications, security patch management and end-point         

         configuration.

· Business system implementations

About CARE

CARE International is one of the world’s leading humanitarian and development charities. We fight poverty and injustice in the world’s most vulnerable places.  We save lives in disasters and conflicts. We stand with women, girls and their communities to achieve lasting change for a better future.

Safeguarding

CARE International UK has a zero-tolerance approach to any abuse to, sexual harassment of or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. CARE International UK expects all staff to share this commitment through our Safeguarding Policy (link here) and our Code of Conduct (link here). They are responsible for ensuring they understand and work within the remit of these policies throughout their time at CARE International UK.

Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do, including recruitment. All offers of employment at CARE International UK are subject to:

- satisfactory references. CARE International UK participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (link here).In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. 

- appropriate criminal record checks (including a Bridger check, link here). 

By submitting an application, the applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Equality and Diversity

We are committed to Equality and value Diversity.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applications from disabled people. We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role (see person specification). If you require the candidate brief or need to submit your application in an alternative format, because of a disability, please do get in touch by sending an email to our HR team. We also encourage people from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds or LGBT+ to apply for roles at CARE International UK.

Please note that in compliance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all job offers at Care International UK are conditional on eligibility to work in the UK

Closing date: 22/08/2025

Interview date: 01/09/2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. 

We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team! If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. 

We welcome applications from individuals who have the right to work in the UK. Currently, we are not providing sponsorship for overseas staff.  

Applications are very welcome from all regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status or socio-economic background. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for disabled people. We positively encourage applications from those with lived experience.  

If there is any part of your lived experience you want to keep confidential in some way please talk to the Recruitment or HR shared service teams and we will do what we can to support you.