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This is a rare opportunity to lead one of Yorkshire’s most respected community foundations and help shape the future of giving across Calderdale.

For over 35 years, Community Foundation for Calderdale (CFFC) has connected people who care with causes that matter. We believe local generosity has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities and create opportunities for everyone to thrive.

As an independent charitable funder, we work with individuals, families, businesses and organisations to invest in local charities and community groups tackling some of Calderdale’s biggest challenges. Every year, we distribute more than £2 million in grants to support people and places across the borough. At the same time, we are building our permanent endowment, creating a lasting legacy that will continue supporting local communities for generations to come.

This is what makes CFFC unique. We do not just make a difference today. We create a legacy that will benefit Calderdale in perpetuity.

Following many years of successful leadership from our current Chief Executive Officer, we are seeking an exceptional leader to build on this strong foundation and lead CFFC into its next chapter.

About the role

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring CFFC continues to grow its impact, strengthen partnerships and inspire philanthropy across Calderdale.

You will lead and develop a committed staff team, work closely with Trustees, build trusted relationships with donors, businesses, professional advisers, charities and public sector partners, and ensure the organisation remains financially sustainable, well-governed and ambitious for the future.

You will also act as CFFC’s public ambassador, representing the organisation across Calderdale and beyond, while championing the importance of local giving and community investment.

About you

We are looking for an inspiring and collaborative leader with significant senior leadership experience and the ability to build confidence and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders.

You will demonstrate:

Proven strategic leadership and organisational management experience.

Experience of developing successful partnerships, fundraising, income generation or business development.

Strong financial and governance awareness.

Excellent relationship-building, communication and influencing skills.

Experience of leading and developing high-performing teams.

A genuine commitment to community impact and the values of the voluntary sector.

You may come from a community foundation, charitable trust, grant-making organisation, charity, public sector, social enterprise or a commercial organisation with a strong social purpose.

What we offer

Salary in excess of £60,000, dependent on experience.

Permanent, full-time position.

Flexible and hybrid working, with a regular presence required in Calderdale.

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, additional Easter Tuesday leave and office closure over the Christmas period, rising to 25 days after five years’ service.

Employer pension contribution, with details available in the candidate information pack.

The opportunity to lead a respected local foundation with a strong legacy, deep local relationships and ambitious plans for the future.

Closing date: 31 July 2026

First round interviews: Week commencing 17 August 2026

Second round interviews: Week commencing 24 August 2026

CFFC is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any adjustments candidates may need during the recruitment process.

If you are an ambitious leader who wants to build on a strong legacy, inspire local philanthropy and help create lasting change for communities across Calderdale, we would love to hear from you.

This is a pivotal role within a small, ambitious team, working closely with clinical leaders and committees to deliver high-quality education for a diverse membership including nurses, consultants, resident doctors, pharmacists, scientists and allied health professionals. 

You will play a key role in shaping and delivering BSH’s educational offer – from webinars and podcasts to in-person events and digital learning resources – as well as leading the development of our new online Knowledge Hub. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support the BSH Education Committee and deliver its programme of educational activity 

• Plan, coordinate and deliver webinars, podcasts, events and educational resources 

• Lead the development and management of the BSH Knowledge Hub, ensuring content is high-quality, relevant and up to date 

• Track engagement and usage data, including CPD activity 

• Support delivery of education sessions at external events and contribute to BSH events 

• Work collaboratively with other societies and organisations to enhance educational content and signposting 

• Support educational outputs across BSH committees, particularly the Nurse Forum and Research Forum 

Position: Head of Research
Hours: Part-time, 14 hours a week – job share
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London N4, with flexibility for hybrid working
Salary: £66,421 per annum FTE (£26,568 per annum, actual for 14 hours per week) plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band 4

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

The Head of Research enables successful delivery of the organisation’s ground-breaking Research Strategy. They will provide vital leadership, strategic direction and day to day management of the MS Society’s research programme as well as leadership of the Research Team.

This varied and exciting role also involves developing and maintaining strategically relevant partnerships, annual grant round, new research strategy and acting as a spokesperson for the MS Society as well as being a key ambassador – inspiring internal teams about the MS Society’s research programme.

Please note this is a part-time 14 hours per week position. This could be worked across either 2 or 3 days.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Tuesday 21 July 2026

Interested?

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people and or people from minoritised ethnic backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our recruitment and selection process 

• The first round of our recruitment and selection process includes an interview with competency-based questions.
• Our recruitment and selection process might also include extra tasks. For example, a written or Microsoft Excel test or making a presentation.  
• We’ll let you know what the selection process will include when we invite you to interview. You can ask for any more reasonable adjustments for the interview as part of the invitation.
• You might also be invited for a second interview. We’ll let you know about this during the selection process.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 39 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

Salary: circa £60k, pro rata for part time

Sobus is seeking an experienced Transformation Lead to guide a strategic review and organisational transformation programme during a pivotal period of change. Working directly with the Board of Trustees, you will assess future options, develop a sustainable operating model, strengthen partnerships, and create a clear roadmap for the organisation's future.

We're looking for someone with:

• Significant senior leadership and change management experience
• A proven track record of organisational transformation
• Strong strategic, financial and stakeholder management skills
• Experience developing sustainable business and operating models
• The ability to lead confidently through change and and uncertainty

Important Contract Information

This is a specific, time-limited transformation role with defined deliverables. While a short extension may be considered if required, there is no expectation that the successful candidate will remain employed by Sobus beyond the end of the contract. The role is being recruited to deliver a transformation programme, not to fill a permanent position.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter setting out how you meet the person specifications for this role our CEO, Sue Spiller.

Sobus welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

The Head of Public Fundraising is a new role at Coeliac UK leading the charity’s public fundraising function. The role focusses on driving sustainable growth across individual giving, community fundraising, events, lottery, raffle, digital fundraising and merchandise. This role is responsible for delivering Coeliac UK’s 5-year fundraising strategy to maximise return-on-investment, grow long term supporter value, and contribute to the charity’s mission. 

The Head of Public Fundraising will embed and deliver comprehensive fundraising strategies, growing Coeliac UK’s supporter base and income, building up new and under-developed income streams and communicating effectively with their audiences to expand their reach, and encourage financial and non-financial support to deliver the organisations mission.

Who are we looking for?

Key to the success of this role is a strong understanding of individual giving fundraising. This role blends the strategic oversight and leadership of a Head of role across multiple income streams, with the hands-on expertise of an IG fundraiser. Experience across other income streams and areas of fundraising delivery would be a huge benefit as the role leads community fundraising and events, will take on digital fundraising - currently led by the Chief Engagement Officer, as well as manage the data and supporter care functions, but experience in individual giving is essential as Coeliac UK has defined that as an area of priority income.

The successful candidate for this role will be someone who has already operated at a senior level within a charity such as at Senior Manager level, or Head of in a specific income stream.

Hybrid working

The role has a hybrid expectation of a minimum of a day a week in the High Wycombe office (HP11 2QW) to build relationships and provide support to the fundraising team, and there will be flexibility required for other in person meetings and events. However, Coeliac UK are keen to secure the very best candidate, if the hybrid expectation presents challenge for you but you otherwise meet the requirements of the role, please do get in touch with THINK to discuss. 

Application notes 

Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps.

To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date.

If you need assistance with downloading the pack or any reasonable adjustments to ensure you can engage with the selection process, please contact THINK Recruitment and our team will support you.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 21st July 

There will be a two-stage interview process: 

Stage 1 interviews: 30th July 

Stage 2 interviews: 5th August 

The Bone Cancer Research Trust has invested close to £12 million in research funding since our inception in 2006, with commitment accelerating rapidly since our first dedicated strategy was launched in 2017. We offer a diverse portfolio of research grant funding, supporting research at all phases and researchers at all stages of their career. 

To maximise the impact of our work, we are now seeking an exceptional individual to provide administrative and coordination support across Research, Information, Support and Awareness. We are seeking a motivated and organised individual to hit the ground running as part of our busy charitable team. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the delivery of our charitable objectives and make a tangible impact on the lives of those affected by the disease. 

As an integral member of a cross-functional team, the post holder will support delivery across all charitable pillars and help ensure a joined-up approach to our work. 

A key part of the role will be to engage directly and build strong relationships with our research and clinical community, from sending welcome packs to supporting our yearly impact monitoring.

The role will also involve interacting with patients and those affected with primary bone cancer. This may be through sending information resources or support boxes or may include the planning and delivery of laboratory tours. 

Experience working in an administrative, process driven, or project delivery environment is essential. Knowledge and/or experience of medical charities would be beneficial but not essential. Working in health or research-related environments would be beneficial, but not essential.  The role will involve the use of the charity’s CRM database and Teamwork.  Experience in the use of these is beneficial; however full training will be given. Experience in organizing and delivering meetings and/or conferences would be beneficial. 

This exciting role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to learn about all aspects of a medical research charity, all whilst making a huge difference to people affected by primary bone cancer. 

The Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA) is looking to appoint a Communications Manager to grow our profile and increase the impact of our work to create sustainable and resilient places that are fair for everyone. At a pivotal time for planning and placemaking in the UK, this new role is an exciting opportunity to lead the development and implementation of a communications strategy for one of the UK’s leading campaigning charities as it enters a new chapter.

The purpose of this role is to:

• Lead the development and implementation of communications across all of the TCPA’s areas of work to support the delivery of the Association’s Five year Strategy. Working closely with the Chief Executive and the management team, the Communications Manager will develop new strategies to raise the profile of the organisation and increase the reach and impact of the TCPA’s projects, campaigns and activities.
• Manage and deliver the TCPA’s day to day communications activity, working with the team to expand our audiences, and shape the TCPA’s approach to communications to enhance the organisation’s work.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills and proven experience of delivering diverse and effective communications strategies. The role will lead and deliver the TCPA’s Communications Strategy, embedding high quality communications across the work of our small and committed team. 

Location: Home based within commuting distance of either Edinburgh, Cardiff or Belfast 

Salary: £32,750 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week 

Interview date will be scheduled as and when applications are received. Please apply promptly as the vacancy will close once we have appointed a successful candidate.  

This is a full time fixed-term position for one year (with possible extension subject to funding). 

Who we are looking for  

Breakthrough T1D is the UK’s leading type 1 diabetes charity, dedicated to funding research, advocating for change, and supporting the T1D community. A year into our exciting rebrand from JDRF to Breakthrough T1D, we’re looking for a Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer – Devolved Nations to help us build on this momentum.

The role of the Senior Policy and Public Affairs Officer - Devolved Nations is vital to achieving our UK-wide advocacy mission: to reduce health inequalities in type 1 diabetes, to widen access to type 1 diabetes treatments and technologies and to ensure that people with type 1 get access to emerging new treatments and future cures in the devolved nations.  

You will lead on projects with key stakeholders and high-level Parliamentarians, such as our access to treatments and early detection work, as well as people with type 1 diabetes, policy makers and researchers. You will help to deliver Breakthrough T1D’s influencing plans, improving access to and choice of type 1 diabetes treatments and technology in the devolved nations.  

Experience required 

• Experience of working successfully with politicians, their offices, Government departments, and other public affairs stakeholders to influence policy and to influence public/stakeholder discourse across the devolved nations

• Experience of leading public affairs delivery in at least one (preferably all) of the devolved nations 

• Experience in analysing Government policy in-depth and creating policy briefings  

• Experience of drafting briefings, reports and policy submissions   

• Experience of communicating across a range of parliamentary and professional stakeholders at all levels   

• Demonstrable knowledge, interest and experience of working in a public affairs and policy-based environment 

• Experience of organising stakeholder events  

About Breakthrough T1D 

Breakthrough T1D is the world’s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia. 

You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at Breakthrough T1D, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1. 

Employee benefits 

As an employer we offer: 

• Hybrid working arrangements 

• Flexible working and will consider compressed hours 

• Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years’ service 

• Health cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatment 

• Season ticket and cycle loan 

• Pension scheme 

• Family-friendly policies – maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates 

• Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development 

Breakthrough T1D is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. 

Main purpose of post

This is a new role for the marketing team at Weston Park Cancer Charity. The Communications and PR Manager will play a critical role in telling our story, championing our mission, and amplifying the voices of patients, families, clinicians and supporters.

To lead and deliver impactful, brand-building communications and PR activity that increases awareness, deepens engagement, and strengthens Weston Park Cancer Charity’s reputation across South Yorkshire and beyond. The Communications and PR Manager will work closely with the Marketing Manager, Campaigns Manager and Digital Marketing and Social Media Officer to create compelling copy for charity news stories, press releases and campaigns, ensuring consistent and meaningful communication across channels.

This role will:

Communications Strategy & Planning

· Support the Marketing Manager in delivering the annual marketing plan through communications and PR opportunities.

· Support the Campaign Manager with the charity’s multi-channel campaigns that raise awareness of services, research, events, and fundraising initiatives.

· Monitor and evaluate performance of communications activity, using insight and data to inform continuous improvement.

Media Relations & PR

· Build, maintain and grow strong relationships with local, regional, and national media.

· Act as first point of contact for media enquiries and manage press office activity.

· Lead proactive PR campaigns to highlight the charity’s work, impact and partnerships.

· Prepare press releases, statements, briefings and media packs.

· Support senior leaders and spokespeople with media interviews and messaging.

Communications & Storytelling

· Oversee the creation of high-quality communications across all external channels – website, newsletters and print materials.

· Support the delivery of communications through the charity’s digital channels by working closely with the Digital Marketing and Social Media Officer.

· Provide oversight on social media messaging, online storytelling, and website content.

· Lead on gathering patient, supporter and staff stories, ensuring sensitivity and ethical storytelling.

· Produce compelling copy that strengthens the charity’s brand and inspires action.

Brand & Reputation Management

· Provide staff members with regular training on the charity’s tone of voice, ensuring high standards of output.

· Ensure consistent application of the charity’s brand identity, tone of voice and key organisational priorities.

· Protect and enhance the organisation’s reputation through effective issues management.

· Work with the Marketing manager and Leadership team as needed on reviewing and updating the charity’s strategy, tone of voice and branding.

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Support

· Work collaboratively with clinical partners, fundraisers, volunteers, ambassadors, and community groups.

· Support internal communications to strengthen engagement across teams.

· Represent the charity at events, briefings, and partnership meetings where required.

· Represent the Marketing Manager/Campaign Manager and support the marketing team as needed during annual leave/sick leave. 

What you do

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy marketing team. Our Communications and PR Manager will play a vital part of our team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region.

General Responsibilities

Every employee is required to:

• Adhere to, and comply with, organisational policies, procedures and guidelines at all times.

• Take all reasonable steps to manage and promote a safe and healthy working environment which is free from discrimination.

• Comply with the organisational policy on confidentiality, and the General Data Protection Regulations

• Respect the confidentiality and privacy of donors, guests and staff at all times.

• Maintain a constant awareness of health, welfare and safety issues affecting colleagues, patients, volunteers, visitors and themselves.

• Participate in personal and organisational training and development and performance framework meetings

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards Package is the result of staff feedback and best practice across the charity, public and private sectors. Some of our key benefits, depending on eligibility, include:

· 27 days (plus bank holidays) annual leave

· Option to purchase additional five working days per year

· Westfield Health level 4 coverage

· 12 weeks maternity leave at 100% pay and an additional 6 weeks at 50%

· Up to 2 weeks full paternity pay

· NHS benefits

· Hybrid working

· A minimum 4% employee / 6% employer contribution through our Auto Enrol private pension scheme. *Tax relief is automatically claimed for the staff member.

· Death in service cover

 How to apply

 Closing date:           2nd August 2026

 Interview date: 17th August 2026

Application format: Please send a CV and covering note demonstrating that you have read the job description / person specification and how you meet the essential and (where relevant) desirable criteria for this role. This can include skills, training, membership of professional bodies and experience. The covering note will form a key part of the recruitment process and you should demonstrate your suitability for the role in no more than one page.

Weston Park Cancer Charity is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and values diversity of culture among our staff. All applications are anonymised as part of the selection process.

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THINK is expanding our Data function and looking for find a Data Consultant who can help achieve that growth.

THINK Data is the specialist data function of THINK, working exclusively in the charity and not-for-profit sector. We combine deep sector knowledge with hands-on technical expertise across three core areas: data health, analytics and insight, and CRM system challenges. 

Led by the Director of THINK Data, the team covers key elements of data strategy with charity clients to help them get more from their data and make better decisions. Discovering the challenges around the infrastructure of systems, processes and insight capability charities need to make data work harder for their mission. The Director leads on new business generation, team development, innovation in data products and thought leadership across the sector. Part of that innovation is exploring the best ways to use AI in how we work and how we advise clients, taking a considered and human approach. 

The Data Consultant role centres on data discovery and consultancy - working with charity clients to understand their data challenges and shape practical roadmaps for change. Alongside this you will contribute to client delivery, own key internal systems, and help develop new products and services. 

This is an opportunity to grow. We are looking for a driven, ambitious individual with a background in charity fundraising and experience in data analysis and management, who is ready to take a step up into consultancy. The role offers a clear path to develop from Data Consultant to Senior Data Consultant, with the potential over time to progress towards Data Director. The right person will help shape the future of THINK Data and grow as the function grows. 

To apply please follow the guidance in the Candidate Pack. Informal calls with Steve White, Director of THINK Data or Matt Smith, Managing Director of THINK are available upon request. 

We are looking to appoint a full-time Audio-Visual Production Engineer with good organisational skills to help facilitate production in the growing ministries at Holy Trinity Cambridge, working with and reporting to the Senior Worship Pastor.

A thriving musical worship ministry is in the DNA of HT. Worship is one of our core values; we believe that when we worship, we seek not just to praise him, but also to encounter him and be transformed by him. 

Our worship and production team operate as one team and is made up of over 100 volunteers. During normal university term time, we have four Sunday services – all these services utilise band-led worship and we employ everything from the newest songs to contemporary re-workings of ancient hymns. We regularly live-stream our services and events and, having recently upgraded our livestreaming equipment, are keen to develop and grow the volunteers who help to implement these online services.

This is primarily an audio- and team-focused job, but you will be working alongside the Worship Team and other HT ministries to deliver the audio-visual production (including live-stream) aspect of the HT worship ministry. In addition to our Sunday services, you’ll deliver AV production for a wide range of events, both inside and outside the church buildings, including weddings and funerals, as well as kids, youth, student, Easter, and Christmas events.

About the opportunity 
 

You will help drive the quality and impact of our key stage 2 (KS2), key stage 3 (KS3) and key stage 4 (KS4) English tutoring programmes through improving our English resources. You will create training materials and provide advice and support to our volunteers and our (mostly) non-teaching staff members who manage these volunteer tutors day to day. You will be engaged in our AI tutoring pilot including undertaking pedagogical reviews of potential English AI tutoring tools.

Deadline: Sunday, 26th July
Interviews: Monday, 3rd August 2026
Start date: Ideally, Thursday, 1st October 2026
Contract and hours: 0.6FTE (all year) or 0.8FTE (term time only), 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract. A full working week is 37.5 hours.

Duties and responsibilities
 

• Following a defined brief, generate improvements to our KS4 English curriculum resources to enable pilot testing in AY26.27 Summer Term.
• Maintain our KS2 - KS4 English curriculum resources to ensure volunteer tutors have high quality materials to use in sessions.
• Support Action Tutoring’s Programme Department to provide and respond to requests for additional materials for tutoring sessions, particularly English sessions.
• Design and deliver online English-focused training for volunteer tutors so that subject knowledge is secure within the tutor community.
• Provide advice and support, including some direct tutor communications, on subject-specific matters for Action Tutoring staff who manage volunteer tutors.
• Engage and support Action Tutoring’s AI research including by undertaking pedagogical reviews of AI tutoring tools and supporting with tool development. 

Person specification

Qualification criteria:

We are looking for someone who is/has:
 

• Qualified (QTS) secondary school teacher of English 
• At least two year’s teaching experience in English state schools with an understanding of the barriers facing disadvantaged pupils

We are looking for the following attributes, though you might be more experienced in some areas than others:
 

• Experience designing and formatting curriculum resources to support learning, either for print or digital use
• Understanding of the different pedagogical approaches required in small-group learning compared to classroom teaching, with a robust understanding of tutoring as a mechanism for supporting pupil personalised learning
• Willingness to learn and become confident in the KS2 English curriculum
• Able to communicate pedagogy in jargon free, accessible ways to non-specialists
• Empathetic and skilled at providing feedback in a sensitive but constructive way
• Organised with strong time-management skills, able to independently manage a varied range of tasks and responsibilities
• Good attention to detail with administrative tasks, able to follow instructions well with a working understanding of the importance of data privacy
• Adaptable and open to learning with a passion for self-improvement, proactively seeking opportunities to develop and upskill
• Commitment to Action Tutoring’s Mission
• Committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)
• Committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children

You will likely be more successful in this role if you: 
 

• Experience delivering training or CPD to adults with energy and confidence, able to engage attendees, facilitate discussion and manage time effectively
• Experience as a private, school-based or volunteer tutor or experience of teaching exam resit classes
• Evidence-based knowledge of how children and adults learn online compared to in person
• Provided coaching or mentoring to trainee teachers
• Experience as a GCSE English examiner

The Coalfields Regeneration Trust (CRT) is the only community wealth building charity dedicated to supporting Britain’s former coalfield communities. We are seeking a Development Manager to lead the strategic and operational delivery of CRT Support in Wales, helping voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations to build capacity, resilience and long-term sustainability.

The Role

You will manage a Welsh Government funded programme of investment and support, ensuring resources are allocated effectively, funder requirements are met, and impact is clearly evidenced. The role includes leading a small team, overseeing budgets, outputs and outcomes, strengthening partnerships, and driving continuous improvement across programme delivery.

A key priority will be leading CRT’s work on community asset transfer, community ownership and asset development across Wales, supporting community organisations to protect and develop valued local assets.

About You

You will bring experience of leading complex programmes involving partners, projects and funding streams, alongside strong knowledge of funder compliance, monitoring and reporting. You will have proven line management skills, a track record of partnership working, and experience supporting community organisations or social enterprises with governance, sustainability and organisational development.

Why Join CRT?

This is an opportunity to play a leading role in strengthening community-led regeneration across Wales’ coalfield communities, supporting resilient organisations, protecting community assets and contributing to long-term social and economic benefit.

Proffil Sefydliad

Ymddiriedolaeth Adfywio Meysydd Glo (CRT) yw'r unig elusen adeiladu cyfoeth cymunedol sy'n ymroddedig i adfywio cymunedau meysydd glo Prydain. Am dros 25 mlynedd, mae CRT wedi gweithio gyda chymunedau i greu cyfleoedd, cryfhau sefydliadau cymunedol a datblygu atebion seiliedig ar le ar gyfer hen drefi a phentrefi glofaol.

Y Rôl

Byddwch yn rheoli rhaglen fuddsoddi a chymorth a ariennir gan Lywodraeth Cymru, gan sicrhau bod adnoddau'n cael eu dyrannu'n effeithiol, gofynion ariannwr yn cael eu bodloni, a bod effaith yn cael ei thystioli'n glir. Mae'r rôl yn cynnwys arwain tîm bach, goruchwylio cyllidebau, allbynnau a chanlyniadau, cryfhau partneriaethau a gyrru gwelliant parhaus ar draws cyflwyno rhaglenni.

Blaenoriaeth allweddol fydd arwain gwaith CRT ar drosglwyddo asedau cymunedol, perchnogaeth gymunedol a datblygu asedau ledled Cymru, gan gefnogi sefydliadau cymunedol i ddiogelu a datblygu asedau lleol gwerthfawr.

Amdanoch chi

Byddwch yn dod â phrofiad o arwain rhaglenni cymhleth sy'n cynnwys partneriaid, prosiectau a ffrydiau ariannu, ochr yn ochr â gwybodaeth gref o gydymffurfio, monitro ac adrodd ariannwyr. Bydd gennych sgiliau rheoli llinell profedig, hanes o weithio mewn partneriaeth, a phrofiad o gefnogi sefydliadau cymunedol neu fentrau cymdeithasol gyda llywodraethu, cynaliadwyedd a datblygu sefydliadol.

Pam Ymuno â CRT?

Mae hwn yn gyfle i chwarae rôl flaenllaw wrth gryfhau adfywio a arweinir gan y gymuned ar draws cymunedau meysydd glo Cymru, cefnogi sefydliadau gwydn, diogelu asedau cymunedol a chyfrannu at fudd cymdeithasol ac economaidd hirdymor.

CRT is seeking a Development Officer to support Welsh coalfield communities to explore and secure ownership of land and buildings, helping strengthen community wealth building in former coalfield areas.
The post will support community organisations with ownership, sustainable economic models, investment readiness and resilience, while capturing learning to inform policy and practice across the UK.
About You
You will have experience in community wealth building, community ownership, regeneration or local economic development.
You will bring strong partnership, project management, communication and reporting skills, with knowledge of Welsh coalfield communities.
Why Join CRT?
Join CRT to protect valued assets, strengthen local economies and share best practice across UK coalfield communities.

Mae CRT yn chwilio am Swyddog Datblygu i gefnogi cymunedau meysydd glo Cymru i archwilio a sicrhau perchnogaeth tir ac adeiladau, gan helpu i gryfhau adeiladu cyfoeth cymunedol mewn hen ardaloedd meysydd glo.
Bydd y swydd yn cefnogi sefydliadau cymunedol gyda pherchnogaeth, modelau economaidd cynaliadwy, parodrwydd buddsoddi a gwytnwch, tra'n cofnodi dysgu i lywio polisi ac ymarfer ledled y DU.
Amdanoch chi
Bydd gennych brofiad mewn adeiladu cyfoeth cymunedol, perchnogaeth gymunedol, adfywio neu ddatblygu economaidd lleol.
Byddwch yn dod â sgiliau partneriaeth cryf, rheoli prosiectau, cyfathrebu ac adrodd, gyda gwybodaeth am gymunedau meysydd glo Cymru.
Pam Ymuno â CRT?
Ymunwch â CRT i ddiogelu asedau gwerthfawr, cryfhau economïau lleol a rhannu arfer gorau ar draws cymunedau'r DU.