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This role forms part of Southwark’s commissioned Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and Domestic Abuse (DA) service, delivered through a consortium partnership led by Bede.
The post holder will coordinate and deliver structured group-based interventions for children and young people affected by domestic abuse, alongside partnership working and service development. The role requires an experienced practitioner able to work autonomously and ensure all interventions are trauma-informed, safe, and responsive. Training will also be given.
Reporting to: (LNK CEO) & Bede VAWG Service Lead): Reporting to: Lives Not Knives CEO (for formal line management and employment matters), with operational coordination and clinical case supervision provided by Bede's VAWG Service Lead.
Programme Delivery & Coordination
• Support the delivery of 1:1 interventions in line with agreed referral pathways and safeguarding procedures, working within Bede systems and processes.
• Deliver structured group programmes, supporting the delivery of established programme materials and content.
• Adapt and update existing session materials as needed to ensure they remain age-appropriate, relevant, and responsive to participant needs, in collaboration with Bede colleagues.
• Deliver sessions focused on wellbeing, resilience, safety, and healthy relationships in line with agreed programme outcomes.
• Work with Bede colleagues to plan delivery schedules, manage programme cycles, and support the collation and analysis of data and outcomes.
• Use Bede’s evaluation forms and systems to collect, record, and input feedback and outcomes data to support ongoing programme improvement.
• Ensure delivery is trauma-informed, strengths-based, and consistent with Bede’s practice frameworks and quality standards.
• The post holder will operate within Bede’s delivery framework and systems, working collaboratively with Bede staff to ensure consistent and coordinated programme delivery.
Engagement & Participation
• Maintain appropriate professional relationships with young people/vulnerable adults to support consistent engagement in group programmes.
• Promote participation in services through outreach and referrals.
• Work with parents/carers where appropriate to reinforce positive outcomes.
Partnership Working
• Collaborate with consortium partners and a wide range of external stakeholders, including schools, colleges, universities, and statutory services.
• Primary focus will be on group-work coordination and delivery, with school outreach and 1-to-1 support.
• Engage with wider systems and settings, including courts and parliamentary/civic settings and religious institutions where appropriate, to represent and advocate for the service and its beneficiaries.
• Contribute to multi-agency meetings and information sharing processes as required.
• Support a coordinated borough-wide response to domestic abuse through effective partnership working.
Safeguarding, Risk & Compliance
• Undertake program suitability and youth-focused needs assessments, contributing vital practitioner insights into Bede’s specialist risk assessments and family safety plans.
• Contribute to safety planning. Work collaboratively with Bede to inform and update safety plans through regular case discussions, meetings, and ongoing communication, ensuring risks and emerging concerns are shared promptly.
• Maintain accurate confidential records.
• Adhere to safeguarding procedures at all times.
Service Development & Quality
The post holder will support the ongoing development and quality assurance of the programme, working within Bede’s systems and under the guidance of Bede managers and consortium partners.
Responsibilities will include:
· Using Bede’s monitoring, evaluation, and case management systems to record and report programme activity.
· Supporting service improvement through feedback, evaluation data, and performance monitoring.
· Assisting with the adaptation of materials to ensure relevance, accessibility, and inclusivity.
· Contributing to the identification of emerging needs and development of interventions, alongside managers.
· Supporting monitoring and reporting for commissioners and stakeholders.
· Maintaining professional standards in line with Bede policies and procedures.
Skills & Experience
• Experience working with young people affected by trauma or abuse.
• Experience of working within a multi-agency or partnership environment (desirable).
• Experience in planning and delivering group programmes.
• Ability to work independently, managing competing priorities and contribute to service coordination.
• Lived experience (desirable).
• The ability to manage challenging situations in a calm, professional manner.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge
• Understanding of domestic abuse and VAWG.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice.
• Understanding of wellbeing, consent, and relationships.
• Awareness of diverse community needs.
Qualifications
• Relevant qualification in Youth work, Counselling, Social care, Psychology or related discipline (desirable)
• Level 2/3 Children & Young People services/Youth Work or equivalent, appropriate lived experience
• Safeguarding training (essential or willingness to complete upon appointment).
• Additional specialist training in domestic abuse, trauma or therapeutic approaches (desirable).
Personal Attributes
• Empathetic, non-judgemental and professional.
• Organised and reliable, with the ability to work autonomously.
• Resilient and adaptable, able to manage the demands of working in a trauma-related field.
• Committed to improving outcomes.
What We Offer
• Supportive team environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to shape a borough-wide service.
• Regular supervision and wellbeing support.
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Safeguarding
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience. We are also committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and adherence to safeguarding policies.
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Job Title: Finance Manager
Reports to: Office Manager
Location: Hybrid (2 days in the office at Borough High St, London)
Salary: £24,000 (£40,000 FTE)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 3 Days a Week (21 hours)
Background and purpose
We are the only UK-wide charity andfree membership organisation for everyone affected by a genetic bleeding disorder. We aim to empower people affected by a bleeding disorder to live life to the fullest; offering support, including events and local groups, the latest news and in-depth information resources, and campaigning and advocacy to demand the best possible care, safe and effective treatment, and equitable access for everyone affected by a bleeding disorder.
There are over 5,000 members of the Haemophilia Society, including people and families living with bleeding disorders, as well as healthcare professionals. The charity’s supporters help fundraise the costs that are vitally needed to be able to offer membership – and services such as events and printed publications – entirely free to all members.
What we do:
For more than 75 years we have campaigned for better treatment, been a source of information and advice and supported people living with life-long conditions.
We want to ensure that everyone affected by a bleeding disorder:
Lives the best life that they can
Never feels alone or isolated
Feels empowered and confident.
We do this by:
Improving understanding about living with a bleeding disorder
Providing support at all life stages
Influencing and advocating on policy and access to treatment.
More than 40,000 men, women and children in the UK have a diagnosed bleeding disorder, and the number rises every year. Membership of the Haemophilia Society is free and open to all.
What we offer:
Competitive Salary
Generous Pension Contribution
Agile Working
25 days holiday (pro rata) plus an additional day for each year of service up to 5 years
Well located office very close to Borough Market.
About the role
The Finance Manager will ensure the smooth, accurate, and compliant day-to-day financial operations of THS. You will oversee transactional processing, payroll, local group accounting, management of our partner charity accounts, creating monthly management reports and year-end audit preparation.
Job Purpose: This role is pivotal in enabling THS to deliver its mission and meet its strategic objectives.
Critical Competences
- Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to show initiative and flexibility; quick to learn new skills.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Ability to work with varied and busy tasks.
- Excellent time management and ability to work to deadlines.
- Good team member, with interpersonal sensitivity.
- Aligned with the ethos and values of THS.
Knowledge & Skill Requirements
· Accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ICAEW, CIPFA, AAT).
· Experience of Xero accounting and Paycircle payroll.
· Good working knowledge of MS Office applications, especially Excel and experience of using databases to record accurate and up to date information.
· Good working knowledge of Access CRM is desirable.
· Experience of working with Stripe, PayPal, Wordpress, SumUp and Apron are desirable.
· Experience of working in a similar role is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
· Income & Reconciliations: Responsible for income processing, including banking of cash, and processing and tracking of CAF and Stewardship vouchers. Work with the Office Team to correctly identify bank donations and general transactions.
· Database & Bank Matching: Managing Xero - Access reconciliations and monthly bank, credit card and petty cash reconciliations.
· Gift Aid: Support Gift Aid processing.
· Expenditure Processing: Responsible for expenditure processing, including staff and volunteer expenses, purchase invoices, and associated filing.
· Xero Processing: Responsible for Xero processing, including input of expense claims, purchase invoices and purchase payments, bank payments, invoices, invoice receipts, uploading bank entries, and associated filing.
· Supplier & Customer Management: Set up suppliers/customers, oversee debtors, answer queries, make corrections, and export Trial Balance.
· Payroll & Pensions: Responsible for payroll (Paycircle Payroll) and pension processes.
· Local Group & Partner Charity Accounts: Responsible for financial activities in local groups and partner charity.
· Asset Tracking: Managing the Fixed Asset Register, and all physical assets.
· Reporting & Audit: Prepare audit preparation and year end accounts, budget and forecasts for the finance year.
· Management Accounts: Prepare monthly Management Reports to be presented to the Board of Trustees.
· Ad-Hoc Support: Handle other ad-hoc financial enquiries from staff, trustees, young ambassadors and volunteers.
· General: General office administration duties and finance support.
· Travel to events: Willing and able to work occasional evenings / weekends and travel to support THS events across the UK.
The Haemophilia Society is an equal opportunities employer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join our team as our new Fruitful Cafe Supervisor, helping to mould our Fruitful Cafe into a pillar of our community and the training employer of choice for adults with learning disabilities in London.
As our Café Supervisor, you'll play a key role in helping people take their next steps into work in the hospitality industry. Reporting to the Fruitful Café Project Manager, you'll supervise the day-to-day running of the café, support and manage the team, and make sure we continue to deliver a great experience for everyone who visits.
You'll work closely with the Fruitful Development Worker and our café crew to help trainees build their skills, confidence and experience in a real working café. Every day, you'll support up to four trainees as they gain paid work experience in hospitality while serving around 50 customers.
The closing date for applications is the 21st August.
Empowering adults with learning disabilities to achieve their ambitions.

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As a Domestic Abuse (DA) Team Leader, you will lead the team of DA Practitioner’s and our Armed Forces Independent Domestic Violence Adviser’s (IDVAs). You will be responsible for overseeing risk assessments, safety planning and case management, working within Trevi’s Domestic Abuse Team.
About the role
This role focuses on empowering women and families to improve their safety, wellbeing, and independence. The successful candidate will lead the team to provide support through emotional support, practical guidance, advocacy, and access to specialist services which will include legal resources, employment, education, finances, benefit support and group work.
What you will do
· Supervise DA Practitioners, & Armed Forces IDVAs, providing daily guidance, case management oversight, and supervision
· Providing constructive feedback, conducting appraisals, and managing employee performance
· Lead on high-risk cases, ensuring comprehensive risk assessment (e.g., DASH) and safety planning for victims
What you will bring
· Experience of working in domestic abuse delivery service
· IDVA Qualified
· Ability to prioritise, work independently, and reflect on practice
· Strong communication and organisational skills
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising and Engagement Lead
We’re passionate about ensuring that bereaved children and young people and those facing the death of a loved one, get the support they need. Join our dedicated team and know every day, you’re helping to make a vital difference.
Are you organised, people-focused and passionate about turning ideas into action?
At Jigsaw South East, we support children and young people who are facing or coping with the death of a loved one. We’re looking for a warm, energetic Fundraising & Engagement Lead to help grow our income and inspire more people to support our work.
In this role, you’ll:
- Lead our community and individual fundraising activities
- Build supportive relationships with donors, businesses and volunteers
- Confidently approach and encourage people to get involved
- Create and run exciting, income-generating events and campaigns
- Work closely with our Communications Manager to share our story
This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to help children feel less alone in their grief by connecting compassionate people to a cause that truly matters.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- A confident and friendly approach to engaging others
- Experience in fundraising and supporter communications
- Strong organisation and attention to detail
- Creativity and a love for coming up with new ideas
- A belief in the power of community and kindness
We offer:
- Flexible working
- TOIL and regular support
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
- A small, supportive team that genuinely cares
For further details about the role and how to apply please ensure you read the attached application pack
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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JOB TITLE: Welfare Benefits Support and Information Officer / Advisor
ORGANISATION: Big Local Works – Charity No: 1182561
LOCATION: Big Local Works 4 Market Place, London SE16 3UQ
CONTRACT TYPE: 6-month / Fixed Term contract (Sickness Cover)
REPORTING TO: Charity Manager
General Information
Big Local Works (BLW) is a community-focused economic support and regeneration charity based in Bermondsey, South East London. We want to help create a thriving, inclusive local economy and community in which everyone can participate.
To make this happen, we maximise local people’s financial and economic wellbeing to reduce poverty and hardship, and give them support to find sustainable, active routes out of poverty, including through employment and enterprise.
We deliver our support in the community through three main services:
· Expert welfare and benefits advice and advocacy for local people experiencing poverty and hardship
· Employability Skills training and coaching to help people access ways of increasing their earned income
· Start-up and enterprise support for clients who wish to start trading on the local ‘Blue Market’
Our current Welfare Benefits Advisor is on leave of absence, so this role is temporary cover until the end of the year. We are looking for someone for an immediate start.
The role of the Welfare Benefits Support and Information officer is the relief of financial need by the provision of free advice, information, support and advocacy for Southwark Residents
Key Tasks include:
· To provide a generalist welfare benefits advice, information and casework service to clients using the services at BLW
· To provide a review of possible benefit entitlements and support clients to make claims, submit forms and applications as appropriate.
· Ensure advice service provided by BLW is effective and efficient, meets best practice and is of a consistently high quality, delivering a high level of customer care and client satisfaction.
· To provide welfare benefits support in a variety of settings i.e. drop-ins and community spaces, to provide advice and information, and welfare benefit checks to ensure individuals have accessible support.
· Help clients understand benefit decisions, represent clients who have been turned down for benefits, deal with reviews, and, where appropriate, prepare for and attend appeals tribunals.
· Maintain detailed case records for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval, statistical monitoring and report preparation.
What you need to bring:
· A good understanding of the Welfare Benefits system to deliver an advice casework service
· Good administration skills and ability to develop own caseload and prioritising work.
· Ability to use IT, Word and Excel in the provision of advice
· Ability to research, analyse and interpret complex information
· Numeracy skills required to understand statistics and check calculations
· Use IT for statistical recording, record keeping and document production.
· Able to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
· Keep up to date with legislation, policies and procedures and undertake appropriate training.
· Demonstrate commitment to the aims and policies of the BLW’s service.
· Abide by health and safety and safeguarding guidelines and share responsibility for own safety and that of colleagues.
· A good understanding of- and commitment to the aims and principles of the charity and its equal opportunities policies.
· Willingness to learn and develop skills in advice topics
You will benefit from
· Holiday - FTE 25 days plus Bank Holidays so for 6 month contract at (0.4 FTE) it would be 5 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
· A great working environment and culture within a small, but growing, charity dedicated to improving lives in our community
If you are passionate about supporting individuals and communities facing poverty and improving their lives, and have the skills and experience required for this role, please apply.
MAIN TERMS AND CONDITIONS
2 days per week (0.4 FTE)
Hours normally 9-5 pm but flexible to accommodate outreach, research and training needs
Annual salary: £12,000 for 2 days / week (£30K FTE)
DBS check essential
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Finance Administrator
As Finance Administrator, you will provide reliable and accurate transactional and administrative finance support.
This is a part-time role based in Cambridge but school hours and term time working would also be considered.
We’re on a mission to support our client, voted one of the top 100 hospitals in the world, and a global leader in healthcare innovation. From new cancer care to a world-class children’s hospital, your work will help transform the future of patient care.
Position: Finance Administrator (2 posts available in Income or Expenditure)
Location: Cambridge, Biomedical Campus onsite
Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 per annum, pro rata (dependant on skills and experience)
Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week 4/5 day office based. School Hours and Term Time only will be considered
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday, 16th August 2026, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received or a successful candidate is found.
About the Role
Two opportunities are available within the Finance team: Finance Administrator Income, responsible for processing and monitoring income transactions, and Finance Administrator Expenditure, focused on expenditure processing. Both roles provide essential finance administration support, work closely together and provide cover for one another.
About You
We are looking for someone who has relevant experience in a financial support role along with:
- Strong attention to detail, able to spot when numbers or documents look unusual
- Organised and skilled at managing day to day tasks proactively
- Clear and polite communication with customers and colleagues
- Ability to work independently but comfortable asking questions and highlighting issues early
- Knowledge and experience of working with confidential information and data protection rules
We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and identities, every new team member brings a unique perspective, helping us enrich and diversify our charity.
In Return
This is an amazing place to work!
You will receive a fantastic benefits package including:
- Pension Scheme with 7% Employer Contribution
- 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Your Birthday off
- Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Annual Eye Tests + £65 towards computer-use glasses
- On-site Leisure Centre
- NHS Discount Schemes
- Health Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programmes
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Other roles you may have experience in include Finance, Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance Admin, Finance Support.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to providing specialised nursing care and support for young people aged 13–24 with cancer. Every day, seven young people in the UK hear the words “you have cancer”, and Teenage Cancer Trust ensures they do not face it alone.
The charity funds specialist nurses and youth support teams in hospitals across the UK and provides vital emotional, practical and psychological support for young people and their families during and after treatment.
Regional fundraising is a core income stream for Teenage Cancer Trust, generating income through a combination of community and corporate fundraising. Supporters are often personally connected to the cause, including young people, families and communities directly impacted by cancer, making this a highly rewarding fundraising environment.
Teenage Cancer Trust is now seeking a Senior Relationship Manager (West Scotland) to grow and develop income across the West of Scotland. With an individual income target of c.£130k and a combined Scotland regional target of c.£260k across East and West Scotland, this role will play a key part in strengthening existing relationships while identifying and developing new fundraising opportunities across a region with significant growth potential.
Reporting to the Regional Fundraising Area Manager, you will be responsible for building long-term supporter relationships and developing strategic area plans to maximise fundraising opportunities. You will also work closely with frontline nursing teams, volunteers and colleagues across the organisation, ensuring supporters experience the impact of their fundraising while helping identify new opportunities across both community and corporate audiences.
As Senior Relationship Manager, you will:
- Manage and grow a portfolio of community and corporate supporters across West Scotland
- Deliver an individual income target of c.£130k across community and corporate fundraising
- Develop strategic area plans to drive sustainable income growth
- Build, steward and retain high-value supporter relationships
- Coach and mentor Relationship Managers, supporting their development
- Identify and develop new fundraising opportunities across community and corporate audiences
- Work closely with frontline teams to share powerful supporter stories and demonstrate impact
- Monitor income performance, manage pipelines and proactively mitigate risk
- Build strong relationships with volunteers, corporate partners and local communities
- Represent Teenage Cancer Trust across the region, building networks and raising awareness
Essential skills and experience:
- Experience of community, corporate or regional fundraising
- Proven ability to build and grow long-term supporter relationships
- Track record of delivering income against fundraising targets
- Excellent relationship-building, networking and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to coach, mentor or support the development of colleagues
- Confident developing fundraising plans and identifying new income opportunities
- Good financial planning, pipeline management and reporting skills
- Excellent communication, influencing and storytelling skills
You’ll need access to a vehicle as there is a requirement to be able to travel across the region to attend meetings, events and training.
Desirable, but not essential:
- Knowledge of managing high-value or complex supporter relationships
- Exposure to both community and corporate fundraising
- Experience working with volunteers and close-to-cause supporters
- Knowledge of the West Scotland fundraising landscape, ideally Glasgow
Employee benefits include:
- 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.
We’re here to give every young person facing cancer the best care and support.



About Citizens Advice Camden
We are a well-respected local charity with more than 85 years’ experience of delivering free, independent and impartial information, advice and casework services which meet the changing needs of local residents. Our aims are to provide the independent, impartial, confidential and free advice people need for the problems they face and to improve the policies and practices that affect people’s lives.
We target our services at the most vulnerable in our community. Our client profile closely matches local indices of deprivation with most of our clients coming from the most deprived wards in the borough. We identify trends to ensure our services remain agile and able to respond to changing and emerging advice needs.
Role Purpose
The Camden Food Mission is a new service designed to deliver advice in food settings across Camden. This service is a direct response to local food insecurity across the council. It will deliver a floating advice service embedded primarily within food support locations, aiming to reach people who would not otherwise access advice services. The service will focus on stabilising income, managing debt, and reducing reliance on crisis provision.
The project will be delivered through a mix of face-to-face, telephone, and digital channels. Face-to-face appointments will be held in community food locations, with an emphasis on a flexible, visible presence to maximise reach.
We are recruiting a full-time debt adviser to join this project, to work alongside an established and experienced generalist adviser.
Ideally, you will be an experienced money adviser, and able to deliver high quality debt advice and on-going casework to clients. You will be an approved DRO intermediary or be willing to work towards becoming a DRO Intermediary by completing the relevant training. You should also hold the IMA Certificate of Money Advice Practice (CertMAP) or be willing to work towards obtaining this. The CertMAP and DRO Intermediary status are prerequisites to be considered at Senior Level.
Role Profile
- Provide debt advice and specialist casework that is in-depth and complex and covers the full range of debt advice.
- Work to achievable targets in line with the criteria set by the funder.
- Interview clients using sensitive listening and questioning skills in order to allow clients to explain their problem(s) and empower them to set their own priorities.
- Research and explore options and implications so that clients can make informed decisions. Act for clients where necessary using appropriate communication skills and channels.
- Advise clients who are eligible for a DRO of the possible implications, duties and obligations and complete and submit DRO applications on their behalf.
- Assist clients with other related problems where they are an integral part of their case and refer to other advisers or specialist agencies as appropriate.
- Ensure that all work conforms to Financial Conduct Authority standards, the Advice Quality Standard and the requirements of the funder.Ensure that work reflects and supports the Citizens Advice service’s equality and diversity strategy.
- Maintain detailed case records for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval, statistical monitoring and report preparation.Liaise with advice partners to set up and deliver advice sessions in community outreach locations as required
If you have applied for this role recently, please do not apply again.
Closing deadline for applications is: 9.00am on Monday, 24 August 2026
CVs are not accepted.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews may be conducted before the closing date.
Interview date:tbc
Citizens Advice Camden is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
Money and Benefits Adviser
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Generalist Adviser working as a Money and Benefits Caseworker.
This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialist welfare benefits advice and casework to people affected by cancer, helping them navigate financial challenges and access the support they are entitled to. Working as part of a compassionate and professional team, you will play a vital role in reducing financial hardship and improving wellbeing for clients at some of the most difficult times in their lives.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds as the organisation is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and holds the Derbyshire LGBT+ Rainbow Accreditation
Position: Generalist Adviser
Location: Derbyshire (Remote working with travel to healthcare and community settings and quarterly meeting in the local office)
Salary: £29,806.00 per annum, pro rata
Hours: Full-Time (37 hours per week) Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 21st August 2026
About the Role
We're looking for highly motivated and committed individuals to provide specialist advice and representation on welfare benefits, grants and financial support, managing a caseload that includes complex cases, mandatory reconsiderations and appeals. The Money & More Benefits Caseworker supports clients across all stages of the cancer pathway, including diagnosis, treatment, palliative care and end-of-life support. You will deliver advice through a range of channels including telephone, email, digital platforms and face-to-face appointments within healthcare and community settings.
Key duties include:
· Deliver specialist welfare benefits advice and casework.
· Manage a varied caseload, including complex benefit appeals and tribunal work.
· Support clients to maximise income through benefits, grants and other financial assistance.
· Advocate and negotiate on behalf of clients with third parties.
· Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, community organisations and partner agencies.
· Maintain accurate case records and meet quality assurance standards.
· Contribute to service development, research and campaigns work.
About You
The ideal candidates will have:
· Significant experience providing welfare benefits advice and casework, including Mandatory Reconsiderations and Appeals
· A strong understanding of welfare benefits legislation and financial support available to vulnerable clients
· Experience supporting vulnerable people using a person-centred and empathetic approach
· Experience managing a caseload and achieving targets and deadlines
· A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
· Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
· A non-judgemental, empathetic approach to people
· Strong IT and digital skills, with the ability to learn new systems quickly
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide proof of Right to Work.
About the Organisation
Join a local charity that provides free, confidential, independent and impartial advice to everyone across Amber Valley, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash and High Peak.
This advice can help people find a way forward with their problems, whoever they are, whatever the problem.
What is on offer:
The charity offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth:
· Generous annual leave: 35 days per year (pro rata), including all bank holidays and Christmas
· Buy/sell leave scheme: Flexibility to buy or sell up to one week of leave each year (pro rata)
· Employee Assistance Programme: Includes wellbeing support, free counselling, and lifestyle perks
· Contractual sick pay: depended on length of service
· Long service rewards: Extra leave and gift cards after five years of service and beyond
· Workplace pension: Auto-enrolment into our pension scheme
· Hybrid working: the option to work from home, if it works for you and for the team
Successful candidates will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide proof of Right to Work. Please note that the organisation does not hold a sponsor licence.
Other roles you may have experience of include Money and Benefits Adviser, Money Advisor, Benefits Advisor, Housing Advisor, Cancer Support, Cancer Advice and Support.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
Child Bereavement UK is a digital first organisation leading the way in Digital Transformation across the Bereavement sector. This role will play a vital part in helping Child Bereavement UK turn up the dial across our Regional Fundraising team.
The Head of Regional Fundraising is responsible for overseeing our team of Regional Fundraising Managers and Challenge Events team to maximise income from community groups and associations, businesses and individuals as well as leading the growth and diversity of the challenge events portfolio.
Alongside leading the regional team, you will also be the main point of contact for our team of Community Ambassador Volunteers. You will work with them to keep them engaged, inspired and active with great training, communication, and by providing them with the tools, materials and resources they need to fulfil their roles across the country.
You will develop outstanding supporter relationships and delivering long-term sustainable income through innovative, audience led fundraising.
Main Responsibilities
Leadership
· To lead and inspire the Regional Fundraising team fostering a collaborative and high performing culture that delivers against income and objectives
· Provide clear and supportive leadership that motivates staff to achieve, develop and grow in their roles
· Undertake quarterly reviews for all direct reports
Regional Fundraising
· Grow sustainable income by inspiring individuals, groups, schools, businesses and volunteers to support our work
· Build meaningful relationships and provide outstanding donor care from first contact through to long-term stewardship
· Lead on the strategy and development of Fundraising Committees across the country
· Lead the development of all fundraising products, propositions and community and events, to effectively acquire and engage our mass audience target markets
· Working alongside the Volunteer Manager lead on the recruitment and retention of the Community Ambassadors programme
· Use innovation and donor and market research to help define and shape Child Bereavement UK Regional fundraising offer
· Maximise income, by overseeing the development of key income sources, including community, challenge events and regional challenge events
· Drive an innovation-focused culture, constantly evolving our product offerings to expand the charity’s reach and impact
· Maintain up-to-date knowledge on sector and market trends, the legal environment impacting on public fundraising and ensure compliance with standards determined by Fundraising Regulator
Strategy, Planning and reporting
· Develop and execute bold strategies to grow the charity’s Regional Fundraising portfolio, optimising supporter journey and maximising income generation
· Develop case for support information and tools for effective ways of working, including approval processes
· Work with the Director of Income Generation to develop the annual budget, including leading on monthly performance reports and contributing to quarterly reforecasts and reporting against KPI’s and milestones
· Oversee the development of supporter journeys and stewardship of all Regional audiences and key community relationships to maximise retention and ensure long-term income growth
· Identify and develop new income generating opportunities across Regional Fundraising
· Ensure that we provide an excellent supporter experience to all our supporters, regardless of value
· Proactively manage all aspects of Regional Fundraising to increase our supporter base and maximise income
· Coach, train and inspire your colleagues across the organisation on the importance of excellent supporter care.
Person Specification
Essential
· A proven track record in Regional or Community fundraising roles leading on the development of new, successful programmes
· Demonstratable strong strategic planning skills and the ability to develop and implement long-term strategies to achieve fundraising targets and enhance the charity's mission
· Proven leadership and people management skills, with experience in overseeing multi-disciplinary teams. Essential experience includes team leadership, staff motivation, setting clear objectives, and fostering a collaborative work environment
· Experience in effectively developing, managing and reporting complex income and expenditure budgets
· Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels and excellent written skills
· Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
· Excellent analytical skills, making informed and balanced decisions or recommendations, understanding the impact of
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· Understanding of the importance of delivering a positive supporter experience and experience in creating and delivering stewardship plans
· Experience of identifying and delivering innovative approaches
· A proactive and results-driven mindset.
Desirable
· Experience in managing, supporting, developing and motivating colleagues in a digital first organisation
· Experience of salesforce or other similar CRM systems
· Evidence of continued professional development
Benefits
· 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata if applicable) with increase for long service.
· TOIL for our hours work.
· Contributory pension scheme.
· Company sick pay.
· Employee Assistance Programme.
· Life assurance.
· Training loans.
· Enhanced family friendly policies.
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: 12th August 2026 at midnight
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Title:
Victim Support Casework Team Lead
Salary:
Actual salary is £27,200 per year (FTE £34,000).
Contract/Hours:
Permanent. 4 days per week / 0.8 FTE. The normal working week is 30 hours.
Annual Leave:
FTE annual leave entitlement is 23 days pro rata plus public and bank holidays.
Location:
NUM delivers its services UK-wide through a combination of digital resources, remote services and in-person hubs. Staff work on a hybrid basis, with the balance of home and location-based working depending on business needs. This role is primarily remote, with occasional travel possible for meetings, events, and outreach. If you are based in one of our hubs, Glasgow, Manchester or London then this is desirable.
About NUM:
National Ugly Mugs (NUM) is a UK-wide charity which delivers a holistic safety, wellbeing and economic support model for sex workers, combining digital harm prevention, specialist casework, mental health support and pathways to economic stability. Activities are delivered UK-wide via a digital platform, remote services, and in-person hubs. We run a wellbeing drop-in service in Glasgow and other in-person services and events in Manchester and London. We have developed Vocational Support Services for those exploring careers both in and outside of sex industries and we run a Racial Justice project and Youth Justice project that makes visible the lived experiences of harm among racialised and young (18-25) sex workers towards systems change.
NUM values those with lived experience in sex industries and work with them to shape services and responses, conduct research, develop education packages, and participate in policy advocacy to change the conditions that lead to survival sex work, gain rights and recognition, and improve the safety of UK-based sex workers.
Background and Responsibilities:
The casework team is at the heart of NUM. We provide vital support from assistance through the criminal justice journey to essential emergency financial support. We are looking for a Casework Team Lead to lead our casework team. If you are driven, have a keen eye for detail, can effectively motivate others in a demanding and emotive area of work with the ability to support people in an empathetic and trauma informed way then this could be the role for you.
This role will specifically focus on the day-to-day running of the casework team alongside carrying your own caseload. The work involves utilising and monitoring our digital platform and CMS maintaining and monitoring the documentation of cases and coordinating responses to ensure sex workers received the high standard of support they deserve, to prevent and recover from violence as well as seek justice and recourse. The Victim Support Casework Team Lead is responsible for maintaining high standards for all digital, individualised and in-person support provided by the casework team. All responsibilities can be grouped under five umbrella categories. The successful candidate will evidence suitability for the role based on the strength areas below:
1) Management: Manage the operations and administration associated with victim and vocational support casework.
2) Leadership: Lead and motivate the team of national case workers towards service excellence. The best leaders can also be led. The successful candidate will value the lived and learned experiences on the casework team and ensure that everyone works to their strengths and strives for the best outcomes for sex workers.
3) High Standards: Support good performance and quality outcomes for sex workers.
4) Creative and Innovative: Ability to strategise and problem-solve. Sex workers experience forms of violence before and after accessing support. At NUM, our principle of 'Sex Workers First' means that we work with them to achieve the outcomes that they desire. Sex workers are in control of their healing and recovery, and it will be the successful candidate's job to ensure that lives are improved as a result of contact with NUM.
5) Well-being Focused: Provide care for the health, safety and welfare of the case work team and the sex workers we serve.
Day-to-day tasks include but are not limited to the following.
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Managing your own caseload, providing individualised support to sex workers alongside your leadership role ensuring that sex workers are put at the forefront of all services offered. Maintaining our high standard of support.
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Continued monitoring and development of the NUM platform backend functions to find efficiencies and boost productivity. Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) based on new policies and service priorities, new platforms/ procedures, and new innovations or services.
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Problem-solving to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of the casework team eg, managing resource and rota’s including leave and absences, delegation of task where appropriate to the casework team.
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Audit overview and quarterly reporting to Operations Manager with responsibility for data management and the production of case studies.
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External communications with practitioners to ensure best practice of utilising NUM service, promoting NUM membership where possible and attending external meetings as a NUM representative where required.
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Host or contribute to the ongoing meetings of the National ISVA/SWISVA forum and continue to foster useful and productive spaces for SWISVAs (specialist sex work ISVA’s) throughout the UK to share experiences, insights towards delivering quality support services to sex workers with maintaining high service standards and prioritising self-care.
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Deliver weekly operations meetings, keep them short and concise to discuss operational updates NUM wide/internal. Analyse statistics and case work trends and discuss any issues or take aways with the Operations Manager to inform Casework Team strategy.
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Communicate and collaborate with other work streams and projects at NUM. Contribute to organisational priorities and support initiatives that strengthen National Ugly Mugs’ overall impact.
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Lead 1-2-1 check-ins and appraisals with staff, acknowledging individual and team success in appropriate ways, motivating the team and resolving conflict and managing team dynamics (with support where needed).
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Onboard and train new members of the casework team.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Skills and Experience
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Demonstrable casework skills, with experience in delivering advice, information, emotional and practical support and advocacy in partnership with health, wellbeing and criminal justice outcomes for individuals who may have experienced traumatic events.
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Experience managing a team, providing line management support, and managing rotas and team resources.
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An understanding of coordination responsibilities and the requirements of middle management in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
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Qualified ISVA or relevant casework support experience.
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Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work with multiple partners on complex cases.
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Excellent administrative and organisation skills, able to manage both your own and other people’s workloads effectively.
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An understanding of Equal Opportunities, the diversity of sex workers and the impact of criminalisation, stigma, and marginalisation on sex workers and a team comprising those with lived experience.
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Effective communication skills and the ability to deliver training, guidance, advice and support to a diverse range of stakeholders to promote best practice in relation to supporting sex workers when they’re victims of crime.
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Experience of using online communication tools, CMS (Oasis), google workspace, MS suite, slack and other digital platforms to maximise efficiency and productivity of your own casework and that of the casework team.
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Experience of dealing with internal and external complaints and having difficult conversations.
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Strong empathic and active listening skills.
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Willingness to undertake continued professional development.
Desirable:
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Experience of the sex work community.
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Experience completing detailed reports on workstream productivity, both statistically and in written form.
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The ability to understand local, regional and national policy and evidence-based research in relation to community safety, health and social inclusion.
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Ability in languages other than English is beneficial but not required.
If you are passionate about NUM’s mission to ‘end all forms of violence against sex workers’ we would love for you to hear from you!
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications close on 13th August 2026 at 11:30pm BST. We encourage applicants to apply before the deadline as interviews may be held on a rolling basis. You can apply via Charity Jobs or by emailing admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org with your name and ‘Victim Support Casework Team Lead’ in the subject line.
Please include a CV (max 3 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) describing your suitability for the role. The cover letter should address the points in the ‘Personal Specification’ section of this posting.
NUM is a diverse team committed to inclusion and equal opportunities in the workplace, and we actively encourage applicants of all different ages, genders, social and economic backgrounds, ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations, and from people with disabilities. If you have any access requirements related to applying, please contact admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org.
We understand that everyone’s experience is different and encourage applications from those who may not meet all of the person specifications. If you’re passionate about equality, economic empowerment, and ending violence against sex workers, we want to hear from you.
Interviews are planned to take place remotely on week starting August 17th. We will let you know by August 18th if you have been selected for an interview. Please note that due to the high number of applications expected for this role if you do not hear back from NUM by the August 18th unfortunately your application has not been successful. We are not able to provide feedback on your application at the application stage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Sue Ryder supports people at the most difficult times of their lives
Are you an experienced fundraising compliance professional with a proven track record in developing and implementing strategic plans, along with creating supporting policies, processes, and training programs?
The Role
Reporting to the Head of Commercial Support and Governance, the role works alongside the Fundraising Supporter Services and Standards Manager, Retail Operations Manager and Retail Support & Projects Manager.
The Commercial Directorate incorporates Fundraising and Retail Operations alongside other Commercial activities such as the International Learning Academy at Sue Ryder. The role will focus predominantly on fundraising operations compliance and provide leadership and assurance guidance for other commercial operations.
You will lead the development and implementation of a compliance framework across all fundraising operations at Sue Ryder which includes, maintaining awareness of external legal and regulatory requirements, engaging stakeholders to review and update policies, work with subject matter experts to create compliance processes and training.
You will also build and maintain reporting and other mechanisms which clearly identify where assurance is available or where not, providing leaders with data to focus on improving compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement the compliance framework, which includes creating an audit and assurance program for Fundraising, leading on audits where applicable.
- Review and update all compliance policies and procedures, recommending and gaining agreement with subject matter experts for appropriate review periods.
- Ensure adequate training resources are available for compliance related matters and ensure regular reporting to monitor compliance and inform managers.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, including the Junior Data Protection Officer, to update data protection processes. Regularly review consent statements ensuring these are appropriate and standardised, managing third-party consent documentation.
- Review, advise and agree sign off with subject matter experts on fundraising materials sent out across Sue Ryder.
Essential Criteria:
- Expert knowledge of the CAP code, General Data Protection Regulation, Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), Code of Fundraising Practice and other charity requirements set by the ICO, the Fundraising Regulator, Gambling Commission’s Licence Conditions and Code of Practice and HMRC Gift Aid Standards.
- Proven experience of creating and reviewing policies and guidance in a fundraising or retail environment.
- Experienced in implementing reporting mechanisms (SLA/KPIs) using multiple data sources and systems and internal and external audit processes and risk management.
- Understand and have experience of project management processes.
- Excellent teamwork, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills.
- Capable of managing competing priorities to meet business need, balancing risk and commercial benefit
- Able to manage time, plans, projects, and tasks effectively.
Desirable Criteria
- Able to develop a network of relationships across the organisation to deliver objectives as a skilled negotiator able to influence and motivate others
- Proficient with various computer and communication software relating to fundraising, retail and/or learning and development environments.
Competitive Benefits Package
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time)
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discount with thousands of retailers
- Refer a Friend scheme - £250 payment
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Enhanced sick pay
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Healthcare Cash plan, to claim back costs of routine healthcare
- Death in Service benefit
- Staff discount of 10% on new goods online
- Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
- Access to Employee support programme
- and lots more. Please visit our careers website for the full list.
Closing date: 11th Aug
Interviewing on a rolling basis - virtual interview plus a online skills test
**We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date should we feel we have a sufficient number of suitable applications.
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Sue Ryder, we recognise that a diverse workforce allows us to provide the best care and support. We are committed to encouraging equity, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and those living with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we’re proud to support the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme. This means we will offer an interview to all disabled applicants who best meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.
We use inclusive recruitment practices including sharing interview themes or questions in advance, offering remote interviews where needed, and other accessibility support.
Once in post you’ll have access to staff and volunteer networks for LGBTQ+ colleagues, ethnic diversity and equity, people with disabilities, and women and non-binary individuals, plus an Inclusion Passport to record and carry your workplace adjustments.
Join us in creating a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive.
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.
Chief Executive Officer
The Opportunity
Many Tears Animal Rescue is at an exciting stage in its development. We rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome thousands of animals each year, and are now seeking an experienced, practical leader to guide our next chapter. You will build on our legacy, strengthening our foundations and securing our long-term sustainability. This role is for someone who can help us grow our reputation while giving our staff and volunteers the support they need to continue providing the best possible care for our animals.
What will you be doing?
You will guide the charity's strategy and drive a period of transformation, ensuring our operations are effective, fully compliant, and set up for long-term sustainability. Your leadership is about ensuring that our strategy, finances, and operations all serve to give our animals the best possible chance of recovery and a loving, forever home.
To achieve this, the role is structured around three key areas of focus:
Strategy, Governance and Compliance
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Work with the Board of Trustees to develop and deliver a strategic vision with animal welfare at its heart.
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Provide the Board of Trustees with accurate, timely, and insightful reports on risk management and performance. These updates will ensure the Board has the clear visibility they need for effective oversight and strategic planning.
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Champion a culture of transparency, accountability, and excellence in governance. Build strong, positive relationships with our regulators and key partners, including contributing to our statutory and regulatory filings to ensure we maintain full compliance with all external obligations.
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Lead the development of our internal policies and processes, ensuring every policy and process is fit-for-purpose, compliant with regulatory expectations and the highest standards of animal welfare, and are regularly reviewed to help the team work safely and effectively.
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Ensure strict adherence to all animal welfare legislation, Charity Commission standards, and sector best practices, maintaining the reliable framework our team needs to focus on the animals in our care.
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Proactively monitor and adapt to evolving Welsh animal rescue licensing regulations, ensuring our practices always reflect the highest welfare standards in Wales.
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Oversee the integrity of our operational and governance records, maintaining full transparency and auditability across the charity.
Financial Strategy and Sustainability
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Work with the Board of Trustees to develop and implement a financial strategy that puts the controls and oversight in place to secure our future and direct resources to where our animals need them most.
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Lead a long-term income generation strategy, focusing on sustainable, diverse streams including legacy giving, grant-making trusts, and community fundraising, to support our rising operational costs.
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Implement and monitor strict internal financial controls to ensure all charity resources are used exclusively for approved charitable purposes.
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Oversee data governance and digital integrity, ensuring robust data protection compliance.
Operational Delivery and Team Development
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Take responsibility for the charity’s safeguarding culture, ensuring that all policies are embedded, staff and volunteers are trained, and that all incidents are investigated and reported with transparency, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people.
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Foster an inclusive and supportive culture while providing strategic oversight of the modernisation of our HR practices, digital systems, and infrastructure. Ensure we are positioned to support our team’s wellbeing, growth, and development - including our volunteers and fosterers - through structured engagement and retention strategies.
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Act as the charity’s lead ambassador, building relationships with the press, local authorities, other neighbouring and notable charities, and animal welfare professionals to enhance our external reputation.
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Oversee our operational planning, including the day-to-day management of staffing rotas and fleet resources. Provide direct line management to the senior leadership team, making sure everyone has the support they need to work effectively.
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Monitor the rescue, and report to the Board of Trustees on core operational performance, including intake-to-rehoming metrics, fostering network capacity, and clinical standards to provide clear visibility on the welfare outcomes we achieve.
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Lead the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across operational activity, ensuring consistent service levels and adherence to regulatory and best practice standards, to ensure our animals receive the highest standards of care.
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Direct all physical site operations, planned maintenance, and infrastructure improvements, ensuring all premises are safe, efficient, and fit for purpose.
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Manage charity risk, including contributing to the risk register, site-wide health and safety audits, staff and volunteer training, and carrying out robust assessment and management of operational risks.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a dedicated leader who is passionate about our work and ready to use their skills to help Many Tears Animal Rescue grow and develop. You will operate at a strategic level while maintaining a firm grasp of day-to-day operations.
Key Requirements
Values and Personal Alignment
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A genuine commitment to animal welfare. You aren't just looking for a leadership role; you are here for the right reasons, with a clear understanding that every strategic decision you make serves a single purpose: improving the lives of the animals in our care.
Essential Experience
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Significant senior leadership experience, ideally within a regulated charity or an animal welfare organisation.
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A strong track record of leading organisations through periods of transition, using resilience and clarity to guide teams through change.
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Extensive people management experience, with a proven ability to lead, and support teams comprising paid staff, volunteers, and fosterers.
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Significant experience reporting to and working directly with a Board of Trustees, providing strategic advice and managing governance relationships with openness and integrity.
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A practical approach to managing organisational risk, ensuring compliance and safety standards are understood and met across all areas of the charity.
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Proven success in setting up and maintaining clear policies and processes that ensure everyone knows how to work safely, consistently, and compliantly.
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Extensive experience in financial management, including budget oversight and the practical controls needed to ensure charitable funds are used effectively.
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Proven success in developing and delivering income generation strategies, including fundraising, grant applications, or legacy giving to support long-term financial sustainability.
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A clear, demonstrable commitment to safeguarding, with experience in fostering a culture that prioritises the safety and well-being of all staff and volunteers.
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Experience in managing site operations and facilities, including the oversight of health and safety and ensuring premises remain safe and fit for purpose.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
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A deep understanding of charity governance and regulatory requirements, specifically with the Charity Commission and Companies House.
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A comprehensive working knowledge of animal welfare legislation, specifically the Animal Welfare (Wales) Act 2006 and the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (Wales) Regulations 2021.
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Exceptional communication and diplomatic skills, with the ability to build trust among diverse stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, local authorities, and the public.
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A full, clean UK driving licence and the ability to travel as required.
Desirable
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Experience in clinical or animal welfare operations, including familiarity with Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) standards.
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A formal management or leadership qualification.
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Experience of managing a diverse and geographically disparate team
Time Commitment
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Hours: This is a full-time role. It requires flexibility to meet the needs of the charity, including occasional evening and weekend work.
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Location: This is primarily an on-site role, based at the rescue centre in Carmarthenshire, Wales to provide visible leadership. There is some ability to work from home for some tasks, and permanent on-site accommodation may be available if required.
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Nature of the Role: As the lead for both strategic direction and operational stability, the role requires availability to respond to urgent operational matters.
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Salary Range: £50,000
What difference will you make?
Your leadership will be the heart of our next chapter. As we build on our legacy, your focus on operational excellence will help Many Tears Animal Rescue stay a trusted lifeline for the animals who need us most. You’ll bring the stability and strategic vision we need to support our team, strengthen our impact, and keep our essential work going for years to come.
Application Process
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining how your experience aligns with our mission and the requirements of this role to Dr Emma Sargeant by 15th August 2026.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments for the interview process.
Please include the notice period from your current job in your cover letter.
At Many Tears we take in animals from difficult situations, rehabilitate them both physically and emotionally, and find them loving forever homes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Help Shape the Future of People and Volunteering at The Shakespeare Hospice
We're looking for an experienced HR professional who is passionate about people, volunteers and continuous improvement. In this newly refreshed role, you'll play a vital part in modernising our people processes, enhancing our volunteer programme and helping ensure The Shakespeare Hospice remains an employer and volunteer organisation of choice within our community.
Make a Difference Through People
At The Shakespeare Hospice, our mission is to provide exceptional care and support to patients, families and loved ones facing life-limiting illnesses. Behind this vital work is a dedicated team of employees and volunteers who make a real difference every day.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate HR & Volunteer Manager to join our People & Workforce Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled HR professional who is passionate about supporting people, fostering positive workplace cultures and recognising the invaluable contribution volunteers make within our community.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of People & Workforce, you will play a key role in delivering professional HR support across the Hospice while leading and developing our volunteer programme.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys creating positive change. As the Hospice continues to evolve, a key focus during your first year will be to help modernise, streamline and improve people and volunteer processes, ensuring they are efficient, fit for purpose and provide an excellent experience for employees, volunteers and managers alike.
You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to identify opportunities for improvement, simplify ways of working, enhance systems and processes, and support the development of a modern, people-focused HR function.
You will:
- Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers on a wide range of people matters.
- Lead the review, development and modernisation of HR and volunteer processes, policies and systems.
- Identify opportunities to streamline administration, improve efficiency and enhance the employee and volunteer experience.
- Lead and develop recruitment and onboarding processes.
- Support employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation, HR best practice and regulatory requirements.
- Produce workforce data and insights to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Oversee volunteer recruitment, onboarding, engagement and recognition.
About You
We're looking for someone who is not only an experienced HR professional but also someone who enjoys improving the way things work.
You will be comfortable challenging existing practices, introducing new ideas and helping to build efficient and effective people processes. You'll be excited by the opportunity to make a lasting impact and help shape the future of HR and volunteering at The Shakespeare Hospice.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to join The Shakespeare Hospice at a pivotal time. Alongside providing expert HR and volunteer leadership, you'll have the opportunity to influence and modernise key people processes, helping to create an outstanding experience for our employees, volunteers and managers while supporting the Hospice's long-term ambitions.
To Apply
If you are an experienced HR professional looking for a meaningful role where you can make a lasting impact on employees, volunteers and the wider community, we would love to hear from you.
Please provide a CV and cover letter - guide two A4 pages detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role. Full details of the role can be found here.
The Shakespeare Hospice is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.
The Shakespeare Hospice reserves the right to close adverts early should we receive enough applications.We reserve the right to extend the closing date for this vacancy should the need arise.
All data is processed in accordance with our privacy policy.
Please provide a CV and cover letter - guide two A4 pages detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.
For everyone in our community affected by a life-limiting illness or bereavement to be able to access compassionate care and the support they need




