Communications jobs in West byfleet, surrey

We have an opportunity for a Contracts Manager - Mechanical and Electrical to join our team. This role will be based in Wembley, twice a week with travel to other sites, covering London & Hertfordshire as and when required. SNG operates a Hybrid working model, we support both home working & onsite.

The salary range on offer is £45,000 - £58,000 depending on experience.

This pivotal role will oversee replacement, servicing, maintenance, and small project works, ensuring systems are safe, compliant, and operating efficiently. You will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, value-for-money service for our customers.

About the Role

• Lead the management of contracts for assigned mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring safe, compliant, and value-for-money service delivery.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of statutory legislation, British Standards, and guidance (including SFG20), ensuring full compliance with all safety obligations.
• Monitor contractor performance against specifications and KPIs, chair review meetings, and drive continuous improvement where required.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, spend control, and authorise payments and contract variations as appropriate.
• Support procurement activities to ensure contracts are awarded in line with organisational requirements.
• Analyse repairs data and emerging trends to inform planned works and long-term maintenance strategies.
• Act as a key point of contact for contractors, customers, and stakeholders, resolving operational matters and keeping customers informed of planned works.
• Investigate complaints and mechanical-related incidents or emergencies, implementing robust processes to ensure effective resolution and learning.
• Develop and oversee structured audit and inspection programmes, maintaining accurate electronic compliance records from inception to closure.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across teams, contractors, and partners to support successful delivery of SNG's objectives.

To Be Successful in This Role

• Hold a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of M&E systems, safety requirements, and commercial contract management.
• Have experience managing third-party suppliers and delivering large-scale M&E testing programmes.
• Possess a sound understanding of current building regulations and Health & Safety legislation, including CDM.
• Be confident interpreting and applying legislative and regulatory documents.
• Show strong financial awareness, with the ability to plan, track, and forecast budgets to ensure value for money and mitigate risk.
• Maintain accurate project and compliance records from inception through to completion.
• Be an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to influence, challenge, and represent the organisation professionally.
• Demonstrate good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Have strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines under pressure.
• Be a collaborative team player with integrity and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Be willing to work in the office and travel between sites as required.

Performance and Insight Coordinator
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Remote (UK), home working with regular travel
Salary £39,004 per year, plus benefits

About the Role
Here at Fire Fighters Charity, we are here to help all serving and retired members of the UK’s fire family to live healthier and happier lives.

We’re looking for a Performance and Insight Coordinator to help us better understand our performance, impact and relationships, and use that insight to drive improvement across the organisation.

Working within our Change and Innovation team, you’ll play a key role in bringing together data, feedback and relational insight from across the organisation and our partners. You’ll gather and analyse both quantitative data (such as service performance and reach) and qualitative insight (including staff feedback, stakeholder views and “soft signals”) to build a complete picture of how we’re performing.

You’ll work closely with colleagues across teams and with external partners, including Fire and Rescue Services (FRS), to capture and analyse relationship insight. By connecting this with performance data, you’ll help identify emerging trends, risks and opportunities.

A key part of the role will be turning complex information into clear, actionable insight. You’ll produce dashboards, briefings, heatmaps and reports tailored to different audiences, enabling teams and leaders to make informed decisions and continuously improve.

You’ll also support strategic planning and innovation by feeding insight into change activity, tracking learning, and helping embed a culture of reflection, feedback and improvement across the organisation.

This role is subject to a basic DBS check.

About You
You are confident working with both data and people, able to bring together numbers, feedback and observations to tell a clear and compelling story.

You’ll have experience in a role involving data, as well as research, engagement or service delivery, with a proven ability to analyse diverse information and translate it into meaningful insight. You’re comfortable working across teams in a complex organisation and understand the importance of strong stakeholder relationships.

You’re a skilled communicator, able to present information clearly to a range of audiences, including senior leaders and non-specialists. You’re also highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across geographically dispersed teams.

With strong emotional intelligence and listening skills, you can create safe spaces for feedback and ensure insight is captured consistently. You’re comfortable navigating ambiguity, spotting patterns, and identifying what matters most.

You’ll also bring:

• Experience working with both qualitative and quantitative data
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience using data visualisation tools (Tableau strongly preferred), Microsoft applications, and CRM systems (. previous ues of Salesforce is advantageous)
• A proactive, flexible and solution-focused approach
• A commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Above all, you’re motivated by using insight to drive positive change, improve services, and strengthen relationships.

How to Apply
Please submit your application via our online portal, no later than midnight on 7 June 2026.

Interviews are planned for week commencing 15 June 2026.

If you need support or adjustments to enable you to make your application, please contact the People Team directly.

Location(s)   

This position is open to candidates currently based in Scotland, in line with the role’s operational requirements. The role is home-based with in person attendance to our ‘All Staff Days’ in London (5 per year), team meetings (roughly 6 meetings per year) and occasional travel to other meetings and Westminster as required. Where possible, these are combined with an overnight stay. 

London office: AdviceUK, 83 Victoria Street, London, SW1H 0HW 

Job Title:  Policy and External Affairs Manager (Scotland) 

Employment Type:  Part-time 

Reporting to:  Head of Policy, Programmes and Media 

Pay scale: £40,000 - £42,500 Full time equivalent  (Actual salary £32,000-34,000)

Interview: In person interviews will take place on Friday 29th May at our London office

Working hours: 28 hours per week (4 days/0.8) within normal operating hours. Flexible working arrangements will be considered. (Normal operating hours are 8.00am - 6.30pm, Monday – Friday.) Lunch & other breaks are unpaid. 

Special conditions: Some evening and weekend work may be required for which time off in lieu (TOIL) will be granted. Some travel will be required which may entail some overnight stays.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly encouraging those from underrepresented groups. 

CHARITY OVERVIEW 

Since 1979, AdviceUK has been supporting advice organisations by helping them to be efficient, competent and effective, and by campaigning for a policy environment that supports advice agencies and people needing advice.

We are both a membership body and charity. We support our 700+ members (109 of which are located in Scotland) to provide advice to around 2 million people every year. We are working towards a world in which every individual, regardless of means, is able to access the advice they need to exercise their rights and deal with any legal and social welfare challenges they may face. 

JOB PURPOSE  

To set up and manage our policy and public affairs activities in Scotland ensuring AdviceUK has a strong voice, so we can secure policy change to benefit organisations delivering advice and the communities they serve. The post holder will be responsible for establishing AdviceUK’s first policy and influencing strategy for Scotland, including through developing policy solutions informed by strong evidence and rooted in member experience, and leading effective political and stakeholder engagement which will influence change. They will work closely with colleagues across the UK to join up policy, influencing and communications work. 

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

1.Strategy 

1.1 Develop AdviceUK’s first policy and influencing strategy for Scotland, through consultation with members and stakeholders and analysis of the landscape and opportunities in Scottish policy making. 

1.2 Put plans in place to roll out a specific programme of proactive and reactive policy work to further AdviceUK’s strategic aims in Scotland and represent the voices of Scottish members. 

1.3 Devise measures to monitor the impact of our policy and influencing work in Scotland and report back to staff, trustees, members and stakeholders about the difference we are making. 

2.Policy development 

2.1 Collaborate with AdviceUK members, partners, sector stakeholders and 

beneficiaries to develop clear, concise and authoritative policy positions on key issues. 

2.2 Produce high-quality, well-argued policy materials based on data and evidence, including reports, select committee responses, evidence statements, briefings and responses to Scottish Government consultations. 

2.3 Provide policy input for media statements, press releases and social media posts relating to Scotland, which are managed by the Press Officer and Digital Marketing Officer.

2.4 Develop an expert knowledge of policy issues affecting Advice UK members, keep up to date on the political and legislative environment and identify opportunities to use these to further Advice UK’s strategic objectives. 

2.5 Represent AdviceUK at policy and/or sector meetings and events.

3. Public affairs 

3.1 Roll out a programme of public affairs work including Scottish parliamentary engagement to promote AdviceUK’s strategic priorities. 

3.2 Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across the Scottish Government and parliament, local and decision makers, non-governmental bodies and other relevant stakeholders. 

3.3 Champion an evidence based approach to all Advice UK’s advocacy and external relations work, drawing on research and member insight to inform our campaign messages. 

3.4 Ensure regular opportunities for Advice UK members in Scotland to feed into our public affairs and advocacy work, and regular communications on our impact, to demonstrate how we amplify their voice. 

3.5 Monitor and evaluate public affairs work, including collecting relevant metrics, to report back on our success and inform future campaigns. 

4. Research and data 

4.1 Work with Policy, Programme and Media (PPM) colleagues as well as the wider AdviceUK team to develop the evidence base needed to inform our policy and campaigns work in Scotland. 

4.2 Work with the Research and Policy Analyst to carry out analysis that identifies emerging trends in the Scottish advice world and use this to provide evidence-based policy briefings and specific policy solutions. 

5. General duties 

5.1 Ensure you effectively communicate Advice UK’s vision, mission and objectives to staff, members and external stakeholders.

5.2 Ensure you demonstrate Advice UK’s values and behaviours in all aspects of your work

5.3 Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders including staff trustees; members, partners and suppliers 

5.4 With support from your manager, deliver your agreed personal objectives and undertake any agreed development or training

5.5 Maintain a strong understanding of our members and the advice sector more generally, by reading internal reports; accessing relevant data reports; following our social media channels and, where possible, attending member and other relevant events. With the agreement of you line manager, ensure you make time to speak to members and visit their services.

5.6 Adhere at all times to Advice UK’s policies and procedures

5.7 Carry out any reasonable duties compatible with the post assigned by your line manager 

Kennedy Memorial Trust is seeking a junior Administrator who can playing a key role in supporting one of the UK’s most prestigious international scholarship programmes. This role is offered on a full-or part time basis, based predominantly from home with travel to London on an occasional monthly basis.

Reporting to: Director of the Kennedy Memorial Trust (KMT)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part-time or Full-time, 30 - 37.5 hours per week (flexibility in hours and working pattern available)

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 FTE

Location: Work from home with monthly travel to London and occasional event attendance.

Applicants must have the right to live and work permanently in the UK. The Trust cannot offer visa sponsorship.

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About the Kennedy Memorial Trust

The Kennedy Memorial Trust is a registered charity (No. 234715) that funds exceptional UK graduates to pursue postgraduate study at Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Established as a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy following his assassination, the Trust has supported around 600 Kennedy Scholars since 1966.

In addition to administering one of the UK’s most prestigious international scholarship programmes, the Trust maintains the Kennedy Memorial at Runnymede, Surrey. The Trust is governed by a Board of up to eleven Trustees appointed by the UK Prime Minister, the Presidents of Harvard and MIT, or the President of the United States.

Kennedy Scholars go on to make significant contributions across public service, law, science, technology, education, business, charities, the arts and media.

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The Role

This Administrator role is an exciting opportunity for a self-starter to play a central role in supporting the running of one of the UK’s most prestigious international scholarship programmes. The Administrator will help provide an excellent experience for applicants, Scholars, alumni, Trustees and partner institutions.

The Administrator role with support on the full scholarship cycle which includes providing high quality administrative support to the Director, Scholars and other stakeholders. The Administrator will support on keeping accurate financial and data records, governance, communications, event planning and alumni engagement activities as required.

The role requires someone who has demonstrable experience of providing Administration support, has excellent written skills, can use their discretion, has good attention to detail as well as possessing strong interpersonal skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Scholarship Administration and Selection

Administer the scholarship application process and selection cycle, including its promotion, application timelines and manage applicant enquiries. Respond promptly and professionally to applicant enquiries via email, phone and online channels.

Prepare longlists and shortlists in consultation with the Director. Provide administrative support to the selection panels, including scheduling scholar interviews and preparing interview packs, briefing papers and secure document folders for panel members.

Work with the Director to communicate selection outcomes professionally and sensitively to applicants.

Support safeguarding, compliance and due diligence processes relating to applicants and Scholars. Maintain accurate records of applicant demographics, progress, decisions and feedback.

2. Scholar Support and Engagement

Arrange onboarding for new Scholars, including orientation materials, pre departure meetings, events and information sessions. Maintain FAQs and administrative briefings.

Maintain up-to-date Scholar profiles, biographies and photos for the Trust’s website, social media and publications.

Facilitate community‑building among current Scholars through sharing news, arranging check‑ins, online meet‑ups and occasional social or academic gatherings.

Contribute to the Trust’s pastoral and administrative support of Scholars throughout their studies in the US. Monitor Scholar engagement, academic progress and wellbeing, escalating concerns where appropriate.

3. Financial Administration and Reporting

Prepare documentation for tuition payments, stipends and approved expenses; maintain timely and accurate payment schedules.

Provide administrative support to the Director regarding statutory reporting including the Annual Report and Charity Commission returns

4. Communications, Outreach and Marketing

Draft, edit and publish web content, including scholarship information, news updates, Scholar profiles and stories and application guidance. Maintain FAQ pages and ensure accurate, clear and up to date information for applicants.

Support digital communications, including social media posts, email campaigns and website announcements to highlight Scholar achievements and alumni successes. Maintain a database or scholar profiles which are published on the website.

Represent the Trust at events such as graduate fairs, widening participation meetings and university visits.

Maintain a database of UK Universities and partner organisations who support the Trust to reach the widest possible audience for promoting the scholarship. Build relationships with UK universities, careers teams and relevant networks to promote the scholarship.

5. Governance and Committee Support

You will work with the Director to provide the scheduling, servicing and administration of Trustee meetings, scholarship panels and standing committees, including the preparation of meeting agendas, briefing materials, papers and securely held meeting papers.

Draft accurate minutes of meetings and keep track of deadlines of actions.

Maintain governance records, committee membership lists and document archives. Support working groups and sub committees, including document preparation and follow up tasks.

Support the Director with the ongoing review and development of policies and procedures to ensure they are fit for purpose.

6. Executive admin and other functions

You will work with the Director on executive and administrative support, including diary management, correspondence, travel and expenses

Undertake other reasonable duties in support of the Trust’s work

Maintain accurate records in all internal systems, ensuring high data quality standards.

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SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND BEHAVIOURS

Essential

· Proven administrative and organisational experience in any sector

· Demonstrable high level written skills

· High level of office software ability

· During interpersonal skills

· High level of accuracy, numeracy and attention to detail

· Able to demonstrate experience of managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines

· An interest in the work of the Kennedy Memorial Trust

Desirable

• Minimum of a B grade in A level English or a Degree

• Experience in scholarship administration, or student support

· ` Experience editing or creating web content

• Knowledge of higher education and current affairs

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Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and self motivated

• Warm, professional manner with a willingness to learn

• Sound judgement and discretion when handling confidential information

• Empathic and able to be self-confident when working with scholars and the team

• Proactive, flexible and comfortable working in a small team

• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

• Willingness to invest in ongoing professional development

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HOW TO APPLY

Please submit:

• A CV

• A covering letter with a supporting statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the role criteria and what you feel you could bring to the Kennedy Memorial Trust

Application deadline: midnight 25th May 2026

A Basic DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

Join Disability Law Service and help empower Deaf and Disabled people to access justice. Support our vital work by deleivering specialist housing legal advice and training.

About Disability Law Service 

Disability Law Service (DLS) is a Deaf and Disabled Peoples Organisation providing free legal advice and representation to Deaf and Disabled people across England and Wales. We work to promote equality, inclusion, and access to justice through high-quality legal advice, welfare benefits support, and systems change work. Our work is grounded in the social model of disability and is focused on tackling discrimination and structural barriers faced by Deaf and Disabled people. 

Purpose of the role 

To provide specialist housing law advice, casework, representation, and training to Deaf and Disabled people and organisations, supporting access to justice and systemic change. 

Overview 

You will deliver housing law advice via our dedicated housing helpline, undertake casework and representation where appropriate, and deliver training to external organisations. You will also contribute to policy work and wider systems change activity. 

Key responsibilities 

• Provide housing law advice and casework, including representation 

• Deliver advice via our Housing helpline and partnership sessions 

• Undertake Legal Aid casework and ensure compliance with regulatory standards 

• Deliver housing law training to external organisations 

• Maintain accurate case management and billing records 

• Contribute to policy and systems change work 

• Support service development and internal collaboration 

What we offer 

• Opportunities to develop experience across multiple areas of law and contribute to a diverse range of projects 

• A supportive and inclusive working environment within a committed and experienced team

• A varied role where your work directly supports access to justice for Deaf and Disabled people

Equality, diversity and inclusion 

We welcome applications from everyone and are particularly keen to support Deaf and Disabled people to join and develop within our organisation. We are a flexible employer committed to creating an inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. 

To apply

To apply, please upload your CV and a supporting cover letter (up to 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role via CharityJob. Please make sure you have read the job description and person specification fully before applying for the role. 

Global Digital Fundraising and Engagement Coordinator

Remote from the UK

Starting salary for this position is £35,604 per annum (plus contributory pension)

About MAG:

MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in 32 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.

About the role:

You will join our Global Fundraising department to help us grow our income across digital channels, enabling us to reach more people affected by landmines and conflict around the world. You will drive the delivery of MAG’s digital fundraising, campaigns, and engagement activity to raise vital funds and ensure an inspiring supporter experience for our donors in the UK and US. You will take responsibility for audience growth across social and search campaigns, developing and delivering compelling content to drive action and engagement. You will strive to improve and optimise our digital activity, taking a data-driven approach to inform and implement recommendations to improve our engagement across all channels. This is a growing and high-priority area at MAG, with the ability to make a real impression on our digital engagement and contribute to our overall impact.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding and background checks on our website.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.

About you:

You will be a fundraising professional with experience running digital campaigns and raising income through digital channels that expand reach, impact and income. You will be self-motivated, creative and have the ability to manage and produce digital content which drives action, while using the latest trends and developments in social media to engage with audiences. You will have excellent digital skills and the ability to build, monitor, and analyse complex data and translate this into actionable recommendations. You will have experience managing and growing online communities, including experience using a website CMS and email platforms. You will be personable and approachable, able to build relationships across all levels of the organisation as well as with external agencies and suppliers.

We’re looking for someone with:

· Experience running engagement campaigns to raise income through digital channels.

· Experience using data to analyse and optimise fundraising campaigns.

· Experience working with a website CMS and email platform.

Benefits and Further Information:

• Salary: £35,604 per annum and this increases with service.

• Pension: MAG has a salary sacrifice group personal pension plan in place, and matches employee’s contributions up to 5%.

• Leave: We recognise our staff work hard and need the appropriate time out to stay motivated. Annual Leave starts at five weeks each year and increases with service to six weeks.  We also offer paid sick leave, and the amount of the entitlement increases with service. Once you’ve been with MAG for two years, you’re entitled to 13 weeks. MAG also has policies on compassionate leave, flexible working and family leave, including maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave.

• Insurance: MAG provides personal accident insurance and life assurance to all staff, as well as medical and repatriation insurance for any period spent overseas whilst working for MAG.

• Professional Subscriptions: MAG will pay for the cost of your annual subscription/membership fee for one professional body in certain circumstances.

• Employee Assistance Programme: MAG offers free access to Health Assured, a service providing 24/7 confidential support and expert advice on a wide range of issues.

This role is based in the UK, therefore, a pre-existing right to work in the UK is a requirement and MAG will not be able to sponsor visa applications. Please note that if you have not declared your right to work in the UK on your application, we will not be able to consider you for this role.

We are happy to receive flexible working and job share requests in your application. If you are applying with an existing job share partner email us at recruitment [@] maginternational [.] org for further guidance. 

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply by submitting an application detailing your suitability for the role through the link below before the closing date of 31st May 2026.

About Bipolar UK

Bipolar UK is the only national charity dedicated to supporting people affected by bipolar — including individuals, carers, families and loved ones. Over one million people in the UK live with bipolar disorder, yet many experience symptoms for years before receiving an accurate diagnosis.

We are entering an exciting new phase following the launch of our co-produced three-year strategy (2026–2029). Over the coming years, we will reach more people than ever before, expand access to self-management support, and build understanding of bipolar across workplaces, services and communities.

At the heart of our work is the belief that people affected by bipolar are the experts in their own lives. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and to ensuring our services are accessible, culturally responsive and shaped by lived experience.

 Purpose:  The Peer Support Officer role will work within Bipolar UK’s Peer Support Line team to support our community through telephone and email support across the UK.

The role involves using your skills and knowledge to support people affected by bipolar disorder with support requests and providing information and signposting to people via email and telephone. The successful applicant will also manage service reports in Salesforce, report back regularly to the management team, as well as developing links with other mental health services or appropriate agencies.

Though Bipolar UK does not offer Crisis Support, the successful applicant may have to direct members of our community experiencing a crisis to relevant services and will also be responsible for recognising and reporting Safeguarding incidents within the bounds of Bipolar UK’s Safeguarding Policies.

The position requires good personal interaction and the ability to empathise with service users while remaining calm and considered in sometimes difficult situations.  This is a varied and hands on role and we are looking for someone with good communication (verbal and written) along with good organisational skills. Bipolar UK will offer the successful applicant regular support and engagement with the team, as well as reflective practice sessions throughout their service with the charity.

The Peer Support Officer reports to the Services Manager who manages this service. This will be a home-based role with occasional travel, such as team days/meetings/training.

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to provide practical, non-clinical information and peer support to our community, including family and loved ones. Our Peer Support Line is often a first point of contact, offering a listening ear, helping to reduce isolation, and signposting people to relevant information, services, research and campaigns.

You will join a team of highly skilled colleagues who share the same passion to support our community in a safe and appropriate way.

Specific Responsibilities

• Act as an initial point of contact with the charity for all enquiries about our services
• Act as an initial point of contact for all people affected by bipolar disorder seeking support, information and signposting
• Direct enquiries for Bipolar UK’s additional services, including understanding Bipolar UK’s specific resources and training opportunities for workplaces and connections for research
• Build and maintain relationships with existing volunteers and with volunteers expressing interest in supporting Bipolar UK
• Ensure that all service provided by both the postholder complies operationally with Bipolar UK policies and procedures, including safeguarding and data protection postholder must handle personal/special category data confidentially and in line with policy/UK GDPR
• Contribute to the development and delivery of new formats of peer support in a spirit of co-production
• Ability to work flexibly and responsively, responding to urgent requirements
• To ensure that all support information and signposting options are kept up to date
• To complete all support records in a timely manner
• Reporting all Safeguarding concerns and crisis incidents in line with Bipolar UK’s relevant policies
• To work with community mental health teams and other interested stakeholders to promote the services of the charity
• To act as an advocate for Bipolar UK within your work
• Willing to travel within the UK as deemed appropriate by the organisation, reasonable adjustments are available.
• Other duties deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive to assist in achieving the aims and objectives of the charity

 Person Specification

The successful candidate will have:

• Understanding of lived experience and peer support
• Ability to work as part of a team and individually using own initiative
• An understanding and awareness of safeguarding
• Ability to work autonomously and at times remotely from line manager
• Experience of data collection and monitoring
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Be competent in the use of Microsoft 365 products including Outlook and other Microsoft Office programmes
• Experience of delivering peer support in paid employment or as a volunteer

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Bipolar UK is an equal opportunities organisation. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from people with lived experience of bipolar or other mental health conditions, people from under‑represented communities, and those whose voices are less often heard in mental health spaces.

All recruitment decisions are based solely on skills, experience and suitability for the role.

Data Protection

Any personal information you provide will be handled securely and used only for recruitment purposes, in line with UK data protection legislation.

Safeguarding

All employees are expected to work in line with Bipolar UK’s safeguarding policies, ensuring safe, respectful and empowering environments for everyone we work with.

The successful candidate will likely have:

• Experience of partnership working with statutory and third sector organisations
• Lived or professional experience supporting people affected by bipolar, or severe mental health conditions.

How to Apply

Bipolar UK operate a blind recruitment practice and advertise our roles via CharityJob.

Please submit your CV online to CharityJob with a covering letter (maximum two A4 pages). Your cover letter should clearly demonstrate how your experience meets the person specification and explains your motivation for working with Bipolar UK

Closing date is 9am on Monday 25 May 2026.

The Director of Major Gifts is a frontline fundraiser responsible for driving philanthropic growth by managing a portfolio of high-impact donors. This role focuses on identifying, cultivating, and stewarding prospects capable of leadership annual, major, and planned gifts. As a key collaborator within the development team, the Director of Major Gifts aligns donor passions with institutional strategic initiatives to foster a vibrant culture of giving.

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

• Manage a targeted portfolio of 75-100 major gift prospects, developing bespoke "moves management" plans to transition prospects into committed donors

• Implement individualized strategies that align a prospect’s philanthropic goals with institutional needs, utilizing data and research to inform appropriate ask amounts

• Collaborate with the Director of Development and Giving Manager to draft compelling gift proposals, case statements, and donor-facing materials

• Partner with the Director of Development Services to execute creative cultivation plans and ensure all activities, meetings, and outcomes are documented in the CRM for team-wide transparency

• Support high-priority campaigns, special initiatives, and fundraising events. Attend school and Advancement-hosted events to build community presence

• Work alongside Development colleagues and volunteers to deliver high-touch stewardship and impactful gift reporting

Essential qualifications/experience:

• Substantive progressive frontline fundraising experience with a proven track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts

• Building and developing effective relationships

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, highly organized and a problem-solver, positive and friendly, strong people management and interpersonal skills

• High emotional intelligence, attentive listening, and the ability to build credibility with major prospect stakeholders

• Willingness to travel internationally and attend events outside of School hours and on weekends

• A steadfast commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children

Desirable qualifications/experience:

• Advanced degree preferred

• Knowledge proficiency in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge

• Knowledge and understanding of American and/or international educational institutions

• Embraces continuous learning and collaborative problem-solving contributes creativity, initiative, and teamwork to a mission-aligned development culture

• Experience training or managing fundraising volunteers and committees

• Ability to manage multiple relationships and projects simultaneously

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment and adjust to dynamic event schedules with ease

• Collaborative team colleague, proactive and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment

We are recruiting for Refuge Worker to join our team in Hammersmith & Fulham; the scope on this job involves….

Job Title: Refuge Worker

Location: Hammersmith & Fulham
Salary: £29,701.36 per annum
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5

We are seeking a compassionate Refuge Worker to join our Hammersmith and Fulham service, providing high-quality support to women and children escaping domestic abuse. Based in Hammersmith and Fulham, London, this position involves offering practical and emotional support to survivors, ensuring their safety, and assisting them in rebuilding their lives. You will cultivate a safe and welcoming environment at our Refuge, aligning with Refuge's values and commitment to ending violence against women and girls.

As a Refuge Worker, you will support the women during crises, conducting keywork sessions, developing safety plans, and advocating on their behalf. You will assist with accessing housing, welfare benefits, legal aid, and other essential services, while maintaining meticulous case records. You will also play a crucial role in the refuge's efficient operation, managing referrals, and collaborating effectively with partner agencies and statutory services, as well as other charities. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and resilient individual possessing strong communication and organisational skills. While experience in the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) sector is advantageous, we welcome applications from individuals with transferable skills and a dedication to supporting survivors. Most importantly, we value individuals committed to making a positive impact, thriving in inclusive settings, and dedicated to both their personal and professional development.

This is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to a significant cause while gaining valuable frontline support and advocacy experience. Refuge provides ongoing training, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring our staff feel valued and supported. If you are passionate about empowering survivors and wish to join a dedicated, compassionate organization, we encourage you to apply.

This role requires participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota. As a Refuge Worker you will work across services, providing enhanced support. 

Closing date: 9.00am on 27 May 2026

Interview date: 4 & 5 June 2026

Benefits

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Service Manager to join our Young People Social Care Service in Bracknell.

£41,200.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Our benefits include:

• Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
• Free DBS
• A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

In this role, you will actively listen to and engage with young people, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met. Developing and maintaining essential external partnerships will be key to providing a robust support structure for our customers. We are looking for an empathetic leader who can connect with young people and staff alike, showing genuine care and understanding. You should be adept at comprehending and implementing policies and procedures to benefit both customers and the organisation. Excellent communication skills are essential for effectively liaising with stakeholders, Children services, Commissioning teams, and OFSTED. A proactive approach to service development and regulatory compliance will be crucial to your success.

What you'll do:

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

• Drive business planning activities within your contract, ensuring relevant and challenging objective setting and ongoing performance tracking, developing turn around action plans as may be necessary
• Using sound financial and accounting principles, manage contract budgets to deliver on corporate and local contract financial targets
• Successfully lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing of and maintenance of a positive local culture within your service
• Work to continuously improve staff competence, ensure ownership of all staff issues and speedy and effective conflict resolution
• Responsible for reporting all staff changes to HR and Payroll departments, as appropriate e.g. starters, leavers, additional hours etc.
• Responsible for maintaining quarterly staff succession plans
• Deliver effective, professional and commercially focused briefings and supervision meetings with staff and ensure that information, reporting & communications flow up/down is effective
• Responsible for managing and allocating customers to support staff (casework management)
• Develop key business relationships with all relevant customers/external parties to ensure service delivery excellence and maximise new business opportunities in own patch
• Plan, organise and prioritise operations within your contract to ensure maximum efficiencies/utilisation of all resources
• Working with your team lead creative and ambitious customer involvement plans across the patch and ensure successful implementation

About you:

• Ability to lead and motivate staff to deliver excellent services
• Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
• Has a practical and logical mind

What you'll bring:

Essential:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Experience of managing contracts and resources and delivering to budget and performance targets
• Experience of delivering to housing management performance targets

Desirable:

• Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications

About us:

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Help lead a high-quality supported housing service and make a real difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness. Join SPEAR as our Hostel Manager and play a key role in supporting residents to achieve stability and move towards independent living.

SPEAR is a charity working to end homelessness across South West London. We believe homelessness should be rare, brief and non-recurring, and our teams work every day to support people into safe, stable accommodation.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated manager to lead a 14-bed, 24-hour supported hostel service in Richmond. You will oversee the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring it operates safely, effectively, and in line with SPEAR’s values, while delivering high-quality, trauma-informed support to residents with complex needs. 

About the role

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will:

• Lead and manage a team including a Team Leader and Support Workers
• Ensure safe staffing levels and effective rota management
• Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and incident response
• Drive high standards of service delivery and resident support
• Build strong relationships with local authorities and partner agencies
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, including fire safety and building standards
• Support residents to progress towards independence and move-on opportunities

You will combine operational leadership, staff management, and service development to create a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused environment.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with people experiencing homelessness or complex needs
• Has managed or supervised staff in a supported housing, hostel, or similar setting
• Has strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and trauma-informed practice
• Can lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
• Is confident managing complex and high-risk situations
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills

Why join us

At SPEAR, you’ll be part of a passionate, skilled team dedicated to ending homelessness. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

Your benefits

• Generous holiday – 26 days plus public holidays, rising to 31 days with length of service
• Wellbeing & EAP – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with free counselling, money and legal advice
• Health support – Occupational health service and free annual eye test (with contribution towards glasses if required)
• Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice
• Season ticket loan – Interest-free loan for annual travel passes
• Moving house day – Extra day’s leave when you move home
• Financial security – Life assurance (4x salary) and interest-free emergency staff loan
• Family-friendly policies – Enhanced maternity and adoption pay, plus flexible working options
• Career development – Ongoing training, learning and progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card – Discounts across a wide range of shops, restaurants and services

About Us
The National Landscapes Association represents and supports the UK’s National Landscapes (Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty) – places where we want nature and people to flourish together. These living, protected landscapes are vital to the UK’s nature recovery, climate resilience, sustainable farming and wellbeing.

We work collaboratively and inclusively to ensure these treasured places are protected, restored, and accessible to all. Our policy work is central to this mission – and we’re looking for a proficient and motivated individual to help shape and drive it forward.

About the Role

You’ll be motivated by working to help National Landscapes, along with the other protected landscapes, be the backbone of nature recovery within the UK through national commitments such as the Protected Landscapes Targets and Outcomes Framework and 30by30. With experience of working in the environmental or social sectors, you’ll be skilled at using evidence and knowledge when building positive relationships and supporting our partners in using resources effectively.

Based within the National Landscapes Association, you will work closely with colleagues from across Association, the individual National Landscapes and the Protected Landscapes Partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with individual National Landscapes, develop a framework for a Vision of Nature in 2050 in the National Landscapes
• Support work on a standardised framework for valuing natural capital across the protected landscapes
• Maintain and update the National Landscape Association GIS system
• Support Big Chalk in developing a spatial prioritisation tool and potentially sitting on the panel for reviewing applications to the Big Chalk Nature Recovery Fund
• Contribute to the development of the National Landscapes Association as the leading voice on protected and designated landscapes in the UK

See the role description for more information.

Why Join Us?
At the National Landscapes Association, you’ll be part of a passionate and forward-thinking team making a meaningful impact. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of high-profile policy issues, work alongside experts across the UK, and help shape the future of our most valued landscapes.

How to Apply
To apply, please attach a CV and a covering letter (maximum two pages) outlining how you meet the criteria in the person specification included in the role description.

The LJS Community Care Co-ordinator is central to/at the heart of the care and advice provided to our members of all ages, where needed.

We are seeking someone who is confident in communicating with a range of people across generations, and empathising with those in stressful situations. Experience of working with volunteers, being motivated to help solve problems and alleviate difficulties, and familiarity with Social Services and Jewish community services are primary attributes.

Liaising with our Rabbis and lead volunteers to provide advice and help to members, preparing casework supervision, and maintaining communication with Social Services, appropriate charities and agencies are central responsibilities

This is also a pivotal role in ongoing safeguarding guidance and training; working with bereaved members and their families together with the Rabbis and the Synagogue Bereavement Support Team; and the training and support needs for LJS volunteers.

This significant role is supported by a part-time administrator and the LJS Community Care Committee.

The Liberal Jewish Synagogue is a large, vibrant, inclusive and diverse community in London. With 1,800+ members, the LJS is the longest established Liberal synagogue in the UK and one of the leading synagogues within the Movement for Progressive Judaism.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.

We are growing - and we are looking for our new Resource Development Manager 

At Childhood Cancer International, we work globally to improve the lives of children and adolescents with cancer, survivors, and their families. As CCI enters a new phase of growth and fundraising development, we are seeking an experienced resource manager, and international fundraiser, to help build and strengthen our global partnerships and fundraising infrastructure.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys both strategy and hands-on delivery - identifying opportunities, developing compelling proposals, building donor relationships, and helping create the systems and partnerships that will support CCI’s long-term sustainability and impact.

Key responsibilities:

• Identify and develop international funding opportunities

• Build relationships with institutional donors, foundations, corporate partners, and philanthropic supporters

• With Executive Director, lead grant proposal and funding application development

• Develop CCI’s fundraising systems, pipeline, donor engagement and reporting processes

• Work closely with CCI leadership, staff, and external partners

The ideal candidate:

• has experience in international fundraising, grant writing or partnership development

• has successfully secured funding from diverse international donors

• is strategic, proactive, and able to work independently

• is motivated by purpose-driven global work

�� Remote / home-based (with occasional international travel)

�� Starting salary: €63,000 per annum basic, with added performance-based incentives

How to apply

Please send your CV/resume and cover letter to: headoffice @ cci . care

cc: director @ cci . care

Deadline: 21 May 2026 EOD CET

Join us in helping improve the lives of children and adolescents with cancer worldwide!