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Title: Senior Policy and Advocacy Manager
Salary: From £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday)
Holiday: 25 days per year plus bank holidays
Location: Home based with regular travel within / to London and across the UK
Probationary Period: 3 months
Reports to: Head of Department
Benefits: An additional 3 days holiday between Christmas and New Year, Flexitime policy, 5% pension contribution
Title and salary to be commensurate with experience.
We are River Action
We are a small and agile campaigning organisation on a mission to rescue UK rivers from a toxic cocktail of agricultural, sewage and industrial pollution and water shortages. We support community action, galvanise and mobilise public opinion, influence government policy, take legal actions and call out destructive industrial practices to incentivise changes that end river pollution and secure freshwater.
We are building a talented team of positive disrupters and stakeholder mobilisers to deliver our strategy to urgently protect and restore our rivers for the benefit of communities, rivers and wildlife.
Britain’s rivers are our life support system and they are dying. We need urgent action to bring them back to life.
Who we are looking for
We are expanding our political influence by introducing this new position, which will work closely with our existing Policy and Advocacy Manager to bolster our strategic reach particularly in the areas of water scarcity, security and justice, sewage and chemical pollution, and water sector reform.
We are seeking a dynamic and self-motivated individual who shares our passion for protecting rivers and securing our nation’s water, food, health, jobs and economy to join our team to drive forward our policy and advocacy work. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong policy insights capable of blending analytical problem-solving with intelligent advocacy to drive meaningful change. This role requires someone to have excellent writing skills and the ability to draft complex policy documents as well as top line arguments for wider communication.
The ideal person will bring a combination of expertise, energy and ideas to amplify our impact, holding decision-makers and polluters accountable with a professional and diplomatic approach. They will engage with influential people across the sector, government, industry and media.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to be at the forefront of environmental policy and advocacy across multiple campaigns, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
As a Senior Policy and Advocacy Manager, you will lead the development and drafting of River Action’s overall policy strategy as well as leading on specific policy areas. You will play a leading role in shaping and advancing River Action’s political and policy influence, working closely with the Senior Management Team, Chief Executive and wider organisation to develop and execute an impactful policy and advocacy strategy.
River Action is the Co-Secretariat for the APPG on Water Pollution, offering our Policy and Advocacy Manager a unique opportunity to shape the policy direction for River Action and also to influence policy development across Parliament.
You will also work closely with our public affairs agency who manage our daily Westminster activities.
You will:
Lead River Action’s development and delivery of our policy and advocacy strategy on sewage, industrial water pollution, and water scarcity
Collaborate with River Action’s team and external partners to ensure our collective work is underpinned by robust and forward-thinking policy analysis and evidence.
Develop policy analysis to support campaign, communications and policy strategies, based on a strong evidence base and a sound understanding of the relevant legal and policy frameworks.
Translate complex policy and evidence into concise documents with clear messages and compelling campaigns to engage political and policy stakeholders.
Monitor and analyse political and policy developments, interpreting their implications and opportunities for River Action and its supporters.
Generate analysis to enable participation in public consultation processes, including drafting high-quality and persuasive consultation responses and briefings for Westminster and Whitehall audiences.
Increase our political influence with exciting policy interventions, ensuring River Action’s voice is heard at the highest levels of decision-making.
Build and maintain relationships with key policymakers, civil servants, industry experts and partner organisations.
Support grassroots community groups and third-sector partners in engaging with their local representatives for effective advocacy.
Organise and attend key political meetings and events, including the Water Pollution APPG, stakeholder roundtables and parliamentary events.
Manage strategic policy partnerships, including our relationship with Wildlife and Countryside Link and other third-sector organisations.
Ensure River Action’s policy and advocacy efforts align with our creative campaigns, by making sure colleagues and spokespeople are well-briefed and communications content is well-informed to maximise reach and impact.
You will also:
Actively engage in professional development and training.
Adhere to health and safety policies while working in different locations.
Maintain confidentiality in all areas of work at River Action.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to an inclusive, equal and diverse workplace.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across River Action to collectively deliver our mission while being true to our values.
UK travel will be required and regular trips to London. Training and operational activities may require overnight stays away from home, in which case costs will be covered and standard River Action procedures will apply.
What you’ll bring
The position will suit a self-motivated, strategic and determined person. You will be an excellent communicator, with exceptional writing skills and comfortable representing River Action and engaging with diverse stakeholders in positions of responsibility. You will have a passion to protect and restore our waterways and to hold decision-makers and polluters to account.
Essential knowledge, skills and experience:
Experience in a senior policy and advocacy role, ideally within the environmental sector and including experience of water policy.
Policy and/or legislative experience, with a good understanding of the workings of the UK government and Parliamentary procedure.
A good understanding of the UK water industry, the key UK water-related policies and the issues that are impacting our rivers, land and wildlife.
Knowledge of the challenge of water scarcity.
Excellent communication and writing skills with close attention to detail and the ability to produce concise and persuasive briefings, reports and consultation responses.
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working creatively and at a fast pace with colleagues, stakeholders and partners.
Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to proactively plan and prioritise work and to report your progress and impact.
Ability to work flexible hours and travel as necessary.
A good and supportive team player with a willingness to muck in as and when required.
Why join us?
Be part of a mission-driven organisation working to restore and protect the UK’s rivers.
Work at the heart of political and environmental change, influencing decision-makers at the highest levels.
Work in an agile, supportive and happy work environment where your ideas and expertise will have real impact.
Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organisation.
Diversity and inclusion
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. So if you like the look of this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with everything in the job description, we’d still love to hear from you. You may be just the right person for this role.
How to apply
To apply, please submit to jobs at riveractionuk dot com with the subject Senior Policy and Advocacy Manager’:
your CV (2 pages),
a cover letter (2 pages) explaining why you want to work for River Action and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, and
a written submission (2 pages) as described below.
Only applications including all three documents will be accepted. Please provide your documents in pdf format.
Written submission
Please prepare a 2 page policy briefing for Parliamentarians on the issue of water scarcity and water justice and how it affects UK rivers and our security. Your briefing should be written in a clear, persuasive style suitable for a Parliamentary and government audience and:
Identify causes of water scarcity and injustice.
Provide a concise analysis of the impact on rivers, biodiversity and our economy.
Summarise and assess gaps in relevant UK Government policies, legislation and plans.
Propose two or three practical policy recommendations for decision-makers.
Application process
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 5pm on Wednesday 15th July.
Should your application be selected during sift, the next stage will involve an initial 15-minute interview. You may then be invited to attend a second interview with a panel.
Interviews will be held in the weeks commencing 19th July and 26th July via video conference.
Please indicate in your covering letter or in a covering email your availability for interviews.
If you have any questions about the role or your application, please contact us on jobs at riveractionuk dot com.
Job Description
The Head of Delivery & Partnerships is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the
successful implementation, quality of outcomes, and retention of DFN Project SEARCH programmes
across the UK, the Republic of Ireland and Iberia, in line with our franchise agreement from Project
SEARCH . This role leads the Delivery & Partnerships team, ensuring strategic alignment, excellence
of delivery, and sustained impactful partnerships.
You will play a pivotal role in driving programme quality, ensuring retention, maintaining model
fidelity, and ensuring high-quality outcomes for interns. Additionally, you will oversee the growth of
our number of programmes, in line with our strategic regional and national plans. You will also
contribute to the strategic direction of the organisation, working closely with cross-functional teams
to maximise DFN Project SEARCH’s impact.
Regular travel throughout the UK will be required, with occasional travel to other areas of our delivery.
In addition, occasional international travel may be required, for example to the annual conference in
the United States.
Essential Experience and Skills
• A passion for changing the lives of young people with learning disabilities and / or who are
autistic
• Educated to degree level or relevant Professional Qualification
• Highly motivated and organised self-starters with the ability to work under your own initiative
• Strong understanding of supported employment, education, and local authority partnerships.
• Experience in project management, partnership development, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Experience using data systems and performance management tools.
• Experience delivering training and speaking at events or conferences.
• Understanding of SEND provision and funding arrangements in the UK (e.g., EHCPs, DWP, local
authorities).
• Experience working with senior stakeholders via formal reporting mechanisms.
• Leadership experience managing people/teams.
• Financial literacy and experience managing budgets.
Desirable Experience and Qualifications
• Experience working with DFN Project SEARCH programmes or similar supported internship
models.
• Experience in selling services or products and effective account management.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety in programme delivery.
• Knowledge and experience of using the Microsoft suite, in particular Outlook and Excel
• Experience of using a CRM for administrative and reporting purposes
DFN Project SEARCH are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young
people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject
to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the
representation of these groups at this level at DFN Project SEARCH.
-Interviews will take place on:
1st round July 23rd and July 24th
2nd and final round: July 31st
Closing date: Sunday July 12th
-Start date - Asap
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Home-Start Barnet, Brent & Harrow
At Home-Start Barnet, Brent & Harrow, we believe every child deserves the best possible start in life. We support families with young children through challenging times, helping parents build confidence, strengthen relationships and create happier, healthier home lives.
We're looking for an experienced and compassionate Family Support Lead to join our leadership team. This is an opportunity to help shape high-quality family support services, lead a dedicated team and make a lasting difference to children and families across our communities.
About the Role
As Family Support Lead, you will provide day-to-day leadership to our Family Services Team, ensuring families receive safe, effective and person-centred support.
You'll supervise a team of Family Support Coordinators, oversee referrals and case management, act as our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and work directly with a small caseload of families with more complex needs.
The role is varied and hands-on, combining operational leadership with direct practice. You'll also contribute to volunteer development, deliver training and parenting programmes, build strong partnerships with local agencies and help drive continuous improvement across our services.
Key Responsibilities
About You
We're looking for someone who combines strong leadership with warmth, empathy and excellent professional judgement.
You'll have:
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting time to join Home-Start Barnet, Brent & Harrow. You'll become part of a supportive, ambitious organisation that genuinely values its people and the families we work alongside.
We offer:
Safeguarding
Home-Start Barnet, Brent & Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Ready to Apply?
If you're an experienced family support professional who enjoys leading others, building strong partnerships and helping families thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a creative and user-centred Learning Designer with a passion for education? Do you want to make a real impact in the medical field by creating world-class digital learning courses for doctors?
RCR Learning supports radiologists and clinical oncologists’ professional development throughout their career – whenever and however they practice. We design, develop and deliver innovative learning products that respond to the real challenges of clinical practice. We’re building a world-class digital learning library of high quality, engaging courses which meet our members’ needs.
The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is looking for a Digital Learning Designer to join our dynamic RCR Learning team. You’ll collaborate with subject matter experts and RCR Learning colleagues to design and develop visually engaging, interactive online learning resources that support doctors throughout their careers.
What you’ll do:
Design & develop digital learning
Support & improve our digital learning offer
Innovate & stay up to date
What you’ll need:
If you're excited about using your design skills to support healthcare professionals and improve patient care, we’d love to hear from you.
Why join us:
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Demand for our specialist tutoring programmes for Children Looked After, those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC) continues to increase and we are seeking a dedicated and effective Partnerships Account Manager to join our team and support the increased demand for our provision and the continued scaling of our organisation.
The Organisation
Equal Education is a social enterprise working to improve outcomes and narrow the attainment gap for disadvantaged and vulnerable learners, including Children Looked After, those with SEND, and unaccompanied asylum seeking children. We have over 13 years’ experience delivering 1:1 tuition, working with hundreds of Schools and Local Authority partners across the country, reaching hundreds of pupils annually.
As a member of the Fair Education Alliance, we believe in providing meaningful educational provision to students whose needs may not be best met within a traditional classroom environment, those who aren’t currently accessing education, or who benefit from additional 1:1 support. We work with over 200 qualified teachers to provide academic, subject specialised and individual tutoring and mentoring for children of all ages. Tutors provide pastoral care and work with pupils to increase engagement and attainment. Our programmes will help the students to overcome barriers to learning, help them build trusted relationships, increase their aspirations, and fulfil their potential. We are passionate about our cause and are looking for people who are motivated by a strong desire to address educational inequality and improve outcomes.
What is the Role?
In this role, you will drive business growth by securing new partnerships and managing key client accounts across designated regions. With a focus on building and sustaining long-term local council and school relationships, you will work closely with clients to understand their needs, expand our service offerings, and ensure the highest levels of satisfaction. As the majority of our key client relationships are with local councils, we are looking for someone with knowledge of how they operate.
The post holder will have the opportunity to line manage junior member(s) of the team, who provide essential bid-writing and administrative support to facilitate efficient and effective client management.
This role would suit someone with proven ability to operate effectively in scaling organisations where processes are still being defined. This role suits someone who is adaptable, resilient, and confident working at pace amid change.
The role will be suited to those who have worked within an education setting and held the title: SENCO, Head of Department, Advisory Teacher, Inclusion Coordinator or Designated Teacher. The role will also be suited to those who have worked within a Local Authority setting and held the title: Commissioning Officer, Senior Case Officer, Case Officer. Whilst the role is also suited for an experienced (key) account/client manager, we are looking for an individual who has experience and/or knowledge of the UK education system.
This role is ideal for an ambitious, client-focused individual, passionate about creating positive outcomes for vulnerable students. If you’re ready to contribute to a growing organisation that’s making a difference, we’d love to hear from you! We expect that the successful candidate will be able to swiftly absorb our ways of working and contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Acquisition and Relationship Management
Proactively seek new business opportunities within assigned regions to grow the client base.
Develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with key clients, ensuring their evolving needs are met and service offerings are aligned.
Lead regular client review meetings to discuss progress, gather feedback, and identify additional service opportunities.
Manage internal relationships to ensure what matters to clients is communicated internally using the proper channels, to allow for effective delivery by our Service Delivery team
Maintain good internal stakeholder relationships with our Service Delivery team to ensure client demands are balanced with our processes and team capacity.
Strategic Planning and Development
Collaborate with Senior Leaders to develop strategies for client retention and growth.
Work closely within the Partnerships team to align on strategic objectives and ensure seamless service delivery across functions.
Participate in client and industry events to represent the organisation, expand networks, and identify new business opportunities.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting
Monitor client engagement, satisfaction levels, and service outcomes; produce regular progress reports for management.
Oversee tracking and analysis of client-related statistics to ensure targets are met and clients receive impactful, value-driven service.
Manage and track client data and prospect pipelines using CRM systems, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.
Report to the the Partnerships Director on accounts, Tenders, Bids, client meetings on a regular basis.
Be curious to explore our Salesforce system data, understanding and interpreting delivery and impact data.
Line Management and Support Coordination
Lead, mentor, and manage junior member(s) of the team focused on bid/application writing, tender management, and client-related administration.
Support junior member(s) in producing and reviewing high-quality application documents and responses that align with client requirements and enhance our partnership outcomes.
Provide oversight to ensure that administrative tasks are completed efficiently, supporting smooth client interactions and consistent follow-through.
Work with other area leaders, to ensure strong delivery of services.
Contribute to, and foster strong internal working relationships to successfully delivery against strategy and objectives..
Bid Management and Process Improvement
Oversee the preparation and submission of tenders and bid applications, working closely with junior member(s) to ensure high-quality and timely submissions.
Continuously review and improve internal processes to optimise bid management, client onboarding, and service delivery.
Report on bid submission performance, review bidfeedback to continuously improve.
Essential Skills and Experience:
Detailed knowledge of the UK education sector.
Experience working in the education sector or with local authorities, particularly in roles involving SEND or children’s services.
Proven track record in client relationship management, with experience in sales or partnership development roles.
Strong communication skills, particularly in face-to-face and telephone interactions, with the ability to build rapport quickly and maintain long-lasting relationships.
Experience managing a small team, providing leadership, direction, and support to ensure high-performance standards.
High level of empathy and commitment to supporting vulnerable and underserved communities.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet both short- and long-term deadlines effectively.
Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) for tracking client data, leads, and progress.
Proactive, problem-solving mindset, able to address issues independently and provide client-focused solutions.
Able to work in a high pressure environment, whilst taking initiative, we would want the postholder to ask for support when needed.
Desirable:
Exceptional written communication skills, with proven confidence in drafting, editing, and refining persuasive content across a variety of formats.
Experience in bid and tender writing or grant applications is advantageous, though a background in producing compelling written materials for diverse purposes is equally valued.
General
The job is subject to having the right to work in the UK, two professional references and a basic DBS check.
Why Equal Education?
Competitive salary
Investment in you - we believe in developing from within and offer our team training opportunities and personalised development plans, as well as the chance to get involved with lots of projects across the organisation.
Flexible, hybrid work environment with regular opportunities for in-person client engagement.
Working alongside a passionate team working to make a positive impact in the lives of under-resourced children and young people across the UK.
Staff wellbeing benefits such as ClassPass membership, access to discounts via Perks at Work, eyecare vouchers, regular wellbeing sessions and team social events.
At Equal Education, you are the expert. We give you the space, the support and the technology to be your best. The rest is up to you.
Being you at Equal Education
Every young person we support is unique and our team isn’t any different. Our differences are our strength when it comes to providing a tailored, human approach to education. We are proud of our people and provide an environment where everyone can bring their most authentic self to work.
Our recruitment practices are carried out in line with equal opportunities and all candidates will be reviewed fairly regardless of age, gender reassignment, sex, race, religion, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic.
Next steps
If you feel inspired and you think you have the right motivation and experience for the role, we would love to receive your application.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close this application early, for example if we receive an unprecedented number of applications, so please apply promptly to ensure you are considered for this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £39,912 per annum (pro-rated for part time hours). We are an accredited member of the Living Wage Foundation.
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Monday-Friday (occasional weekends/ evenings).
Location: Remote/Hybrid. (Hybrid approach with regular working from home days. A degree of flexibility will be required, including some travel to client sites as well as infrequent travel to Unseen’s head office in Bristol).
Purpose of the role:
The Manager of Business (Consultancy) will play a key role in ensuring the effective delivery and rigorous quality assurance of a range of business services to clients. Working within a growing, dynamic team, the successful candidate will initially hold oversight of our training and eLearning programmes, with the understanding that this function may be separated from the role as the team expands. They will ensure our range of consultancy and training services are delivered to a consistently high standard, sensitively, with compassion, and with a trauma-informed approach, whilst simultaneously evolving our team frameworks, internal systems, and operational risk controls.
This is a pivotal role that sits at the heart of Unseen’s response to worker exploitation, engaging with business clients, developing avenues to increase our range and quality of services, and supporting a growing multi-faceted team to deliver on one of our priority areas. This role demands a flexible approach to deliver in-depth and complex services to businesses, alongside a sharp focus on mitigating operational, data, and reputational risks. It also requires a confident communicator with a keen eye for detail, but with the ability to step back and see the bigger picture. The role requires an individual with a proven track record of managing, coaching, and delegating effectively to a diverse team while protecting workloads and well-being.
The successful candidate will possess experience navigating complex corporate stakeholder environments, confidently engaging with senior leadership, and handling difficult conversations. Competence in synthesising diverse datasets and using CRM tools to transform data into actionable strategy is essential. An understanding of worker exploitation and human rights risk management in complex value chains is desirable.
We are looking for the successful person to commence this role from August 2026.
To apply:
The deadline for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 12 July 2026.
Interviews will likely be held end of July, and the person will be expected to commence in the role from August 2026.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive the requisite number of applications. For this reason, we encourage interested candidates to apply early.
As an organisation focused on equality and diversity, we welcome applications from all sections of the community and all backgrounds, including those with a lived experience of modern slavery, those from ethnic minority groups, those with disabilities and those from the LGBTQ+ community.
Any questions, please contact jobs @ unseenuk. org.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
0.5 FTE – 18.75 hours per week (flexible working)
Salary: £30,000-£32,000 FTE depending on experience
Location: Hybrid working with one regular day or half-day per week in Abingdon/Oxfordshire, alongside home working and occasional external meetings
About Quest for Learning
Quest for Learning is an education charity working to close the gap for primary school children in Oxfordshire who are falling behind due to disadvantage.
We work closely with schools to deliver targeted, evidence-led literacy and numeracy programmes that help children build the skills, confidence and foundations they need to thrive. Many of the children we support are growing up in poverty, facing barriers linked to low family literacy, unmet additional needs, unstable home circumstances, or limited access to wider opportunities.
Our programmes are delivered by experienced professional tutors and are built around structured interventions, strong school partnerships and measurable outcomes. On average, pupils supported through our small-group tutoring make around 13 months of progress in just 10 hours of support.
Quest for Learning is entering an important new stage of development. Following a period of organisational growth and strategic transition, we are investing in building a more sustainable and ambitious fundraising function that can deepen our impact and reach more children across Oxfordshire.
This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping that journey.
Why join us?
This is a rare opportunity to join a small but ambitious charity at a genuinely exciting stage of development.
You’ll have:
We are intentionally investing in fundraising and organisational growth, and this role offers the opportunity to help shape a developing fundraising function within an ambitious, evidence-led charity with strong foundations and significant future potential.
We are a collaborative, supportive and purpose-driven team that values initiative, professionalism, creativity and compassion.
Role purpose
We are seeking a proactive, highly organised and motivated fundraiser to lead and grow our trusts and grants fundraising activity.
This role will focus primarily on identifying funding opportunities, developing compelling applications, managing funder relationships and building a strong pipeline of income to support Quest for Learning’s future growth.
The successful candidate will play a key role in helping us develop a more strategic and sustainable fundraising approach. We are looking for someone who can combine strong written communication and attention to detail with initiative, pace and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
This role would suit someone with existing trusts fundraising experience, or someone with highly transferable skills who can learn quickly and thrive in a fast-moving environment.
You will work closely with the CEO, programme staff and trustees, with access to strong impact data, established programmes and a compelling case for support.
Alongside this role, Quest for Learning is also exploring the development of an additional partnerships-focused fundraising role. We are open-minded about how responsibilities are ultimately structured and welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds, experiences and strengths.
Key responsibilities
Trusts and foundations fundraising
Relationship management and stewardship
Organisational Contribution
Person specification
We recognise that strong fundraisers do not always come from traditional charity fundraising backgrounds. If you have transferable skills and experience in areas such as bid writing, partnerships, relationship management, education, sales, communications, account management or business development - and are excited by our mission - we would strongly encourage you to apply.
Essential
Desirable
What success looks like in this role
Successful performance in this role is likely to include:
As Quest for Learning grows, we expect this role to develop too, with opportunities to shape strategy and take on increasing responsibility over time.
Who thrives at Quest for Learning?
People who tend to thrive at Quest for Learning are:
Working arrangements
Benefits
Application process
To apply, please submit:
We encourage applications from candidates with both traditional and non-traditional fundraising backgrounds.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Chris Higgins, CEO
Closing date: midday, Tuesday 30 June
Interviews: week commencing 6 or 13 July
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
0.5 FTE – 18.75 hours per week (flexible working)
Salary: £30,000-£32,000 FTE depending on experience
Location: Hybrid working with one regular day or half-day per week in Abingdon/Oxfordshire, alongside home working and regular external meetings
About Quest for Learning
Quest for Learning is an education charity working to close the gap for primary school children in Oxfordshire who are falling behind due to disadvantage.
We work closely with schools to deliver targeted, evidence-led literacy and numeracy programmes that help children build the skills, confidence and foundations they need to thrive. Many of the children we support are growing up in poverty, facing barriers linked to low family literacy, unmet additional needs, unstable home circumstances, or limited access to wider opportunities.
Our programmes are delivered by experienced professional tutors and are built around structured interventions, strong school partnerships and measurable outcomes. On average, pupils supported through our small-group tutoring make around 13 months of progress in just 10 hours of support.
Quest for Learning is entering an important new stage of development. Following a period of organisational growth and strategic transition, we are investing in building a stronger and more sustainable fundraising function that can deepen our impact and reach more children across Oxfordshire.
This is an opportunity to help shape that next stage.
Why join us?
This is a rare opportunity to join a small but ambitious charity at an exciting stage of development.
You’ll have:
We are intentionally investing in fundraising, partnerships and long-term sustainability, and this role offers the opportunity to help build strong relationships and community support around an ambitious, evidence-led charity with significant future potential.
We are a collaborative, supportive and purpose-driven team that values initiative, professionalism, creativity and compassion.
Role purpose
We are seeking an energetic, proactive and relationship-focused fundraiser to help grow Quest for Learning’s community, corporate and partnership fundraising activity.
This role will focus primarily on building relationships and developing opportunities with local businesses, community organisations, schools, supporters and wider networks across Oxfordshire.
We are looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, building partnerships and creating opportunities through strong communication and relationship management. The successful candidate will help raise the profile of Quest for Learning, strengthen supporter engagement and contribute to a more diverse and sustainable income base.
This is a role for someone who is motivated by people, partnerships and meaningful social impact.
Alongside this role, Quest for Learning is also recruiting for a trusts and grants fundraising role. We are open-minded about how responsibilities are ultimately structured and welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds, experiences and strengths.
You will work closely with the CEO, programme staff and trustees, with access to strong impact data, established programmes and a compelling case for support.
Key responsibilities
Community and partnership fundraising
Supporter engagement and stewardship
Organisational contribution
Person specification
We recognise that strong fundraisers and partnership-builders do not always come from traditional charity fundraising backgrounds. If you have transferable skills and experience in areas such as partnerships, account management, business development, communications, education, customer relationships, sales, marketing or community engagement - and are excited by our mission - we would strongly encourage you to apply.
Essential
Desirable
What success in this role looks like
Successful performance in this role is likely to include:
As Quest for Learning grows, we expect this role to develop too, with opportunities to shape strategy and take on increasing responsibility over time.
Who thrives at Quest for Learning
People who tend to thrive at Quest for Learning are:
Working arrangements
Benefits
Application process
To apply, please submit:
We encourage applications from candidates with both traditional and non-traditional fundraising backgrounds.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Chris Higgins, CEO
Closing date: midday, Tuesday 30 June
Interviews: week commencing 6 or 13 July
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Stop Domestic Abuse is a trauma informed organisation; the work we do to support those effected by domestic abuse may be triggering for those with past trauma. Please only apply if you are living free from abuse. If you’d like to talk to us about this, please get in touch.
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £26,805.75 - £27,464.70
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type:Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027
Reference Number: STOPDA914
Main Purpose and Scope of the Job:
The work will focus on preventing domestic abuse and breaking the cycle of abuse by providing support for children and young people in the refuge and in the community and supporting children and young people to keep safe.
What We Offer:
Time off and Flexibility:
-25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (Increasing with service)
-Birthday day off
-Child’s first day of school off
-Option to purchase up to 10 additional days’ leave per year
-Flexible and hybrid working
-Protected time of up to one hour each month
Family-Friendly Benefits:
-Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave
-IVF Leave
Health and Wellbeing:
-Westfield Health Healthcare Cashback Plan (after probation)
-Westfield Health Personal Health Insurance (after 2 years’ service)
-Employee Assistance Programme
-Eye care vouchers
-Cycle to Work Scheme
About Stop Domestic Abuse:
Stop Domestic Abuse is a proud women-led organisation supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse across Portsmouth and Hampshire. Our vision is a world without domestic abuse, and we work to ensure that it’s ‘everyone’s business.’
We provide refuge and community-based support, delivering in a trauma-informed way for adults, children and young people, tailored to individual needs. Our 19 refuges offer safe, welcoming homes, and across our services we provide one-to-one support and group activities to help improve their safety and to meet others with similar experiences. We support children process their experiences and help regain a sense of safety.
Our UP2U programmes support those seeking to change abusive behaviours, and we also offer specialist support for victims of stalking. We also deliver training to professionals, including the hair and beauty industry, to recognise domestic abuse and connect people to specialist support services.
Our Values:
Equality, Openness, Honesty, Respect for individual dignity and diversity, Empowering women and children, and Care and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do. By committing to these values, we aim to significantly improve the lives of those we support and work towards our vision of a world without domestic abuse.
Are you a forward-thinking finance leader who thrives on building a high-performing team and delivering a highly efficient and dependable finance function?
Wycliffe Bible Translators is one of the most exciting Christian charities to work for. We are a dynamic organisation with a big vision – a world where everyone can know Jesus through the Bible.
As our Assistant Director of Finance, you will hold direct operational accountability for our processes and outputs, serving as a vital steward of the resources that support our global mission. We are looking for a relational, rigorous accountant eager to serve as a key deputy and strategic partner. You will own the integrity of our financial engine, but you will use a business-partnering approach to work alongside our departments to best serve the organisation.
Key responsibilities:
Benefits include:
It is an occupational requirement of this role that you have a clear, personal commitment to the beliefs set out in our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Position Statement.
A world where everyone can know Jesus through the Bible
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Director
Hours of work 30 hrs / 4 days per week, permanent contract
Based Newhaven, with some hybrid working available after completing induction
Starting Salary £60K per annum pro rata
Are you an experienced senior level finance decision maker with broad cross sector knowledge, who demonstrates excellent communication skills, and wants to use your skills to support a community facing organisation? If so, we would welcome your interest and application!
You will be a qualified accountant, with an understanding of the complexities of working within the 3rd sector funding framework. With responsibility for providing expert strategic financial advice and professional input right across the organisation, you will ensure the finances of the Charity run smoothly and efficiently. You will consider the wider internal and external factors presented to you by our internal knowledge experts alongside the financial position in order to support the delivery of the services and enterprises, which fulfil the organisation’s mission and values.
You will also provide effective leadership and direction of the well-regarded finance team with a person-centred approach.
Providing sound financial, contract & risk management advice and ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and audit requirements, you will contribute to the strategic leadership of the charity as an active member of our Senior Management Team.
We are looking for people to join our team who have the qualities and skills we feel would most benefit our internal and external clients; professionalism, empathy, kindness and understanding. In return, we understand people want to work in a supportive environment with friendly colleagues. We offer a flexible, hybrid approach to delivery wherever possible, annual leave of 25 days per year pro rata plus bank holidays and sick pay from the start (increasing with service), additional sick pay per year for planned operations and recovery, a pension scheme, bereavement leave, and managers who are available to you… plus a day off for your birthday!
Interviews will be held in Newhaven.
Closing date: 5pm on Sunday 19th July 2026
1st stage interviews: Wednesday 29th July 2026 / 2nd stage interviews: w/c Monday 3rd August 2026
For the job description and to apply, please visit the website
Completed application forms can be sent to HR
You may think that you’re not a 100% match to what we’re looking for, but we recognise that some skills and experience may be transferable rather than an exact match. If you’re unsure about whether to apply, please do contact the HR team, and we would be happy to arrange an informal discussion with the CEO or current FD.
SCDA includes: Employability; Community Advice and Wellbeing; Community Development & Health
Registered Charity Number: 1094905
Company Limited by Guarantee: 3387617
Supporting people and communities to thrive
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Bowel Research UK is looking for a permanent Research and Grants Manager to coordinate and evaluate the management of the charity’s research activities. This role covers all aspects of pre- and post-award research management, impact reporting, grant finance management and governance, co-ordination of the Charity’s scientific committees and shaping external scientific communications to supporters and other stakeholders. Additionally, you will foster and maintain strong relationships with researchers, serving as the primary point of contact for engaging with the research community.
Bowel Research UK are bringing this permanent role following time spent with an interim postholder in position to create a solid foundation and understanding of what the role needs.
This is an opportunity to work with the UK’s leading specialist bowel cancer and bowel disease research charity. Bowel Research UK believe that a cure for bowel cancer and effective treatments to mitigate, or entirely eradicate, other bowel diseases is possible – but only if vital research is funded and investment made into the scientific and medical communities today, to see the benefits tomorrow.
Bowel Research UK are a flexible employer, for this post they are looking for someone to be comfortable with joining the team in the London office once a month. If the post holder would prefer to work more regularly from an office base, the charity has office space at Royal College of Surgeons in central London. Most team members work from here on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
For further information and to apply please follow the guidance in the Candidate Pack to arrange a conversation about your suitability for the role and next steps.
Closing date: midnight Wednesday 22nd July
The selection process will involve a two-stage interview process.
Role Purpose
As part of the Clinical Services leadership team, the Adult Team Manager provides operational oversight, line management, and clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary team delivering bereavement support to adults after the death of a child. The post holder ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality, and evidence-informed therapeutic support that is in line with organisational standards and clinical governance frameworks. They maintain a small caseload to ensure continued practice relevance and lead by example through high quality therapeutic work. The role balances hands-on leadership with operational management, contributing to service development, outcome measurement and quality improvement under the direction of the Head of Clinical Services.
Main Responsibilities
Operational and Team Management
· Oversee the daily operations of the adult bereavement service, ensuring effective coordination, delivery, and monitoring of therapeutic interventions
· Provide regular line management to counsellors and practitioners, supporting professional growth, wellbeing, and accountability
· Contribute to the safe and effective clinical triage of all referrals, informed by individualised needs, evidence-based practice and ensuring decisions align with clinical governance, safeguarding and risk, and recognised best practice standards
· Support in the allocation and management of team caseloads, ensuring referrals are prioritised and distributed appropriately to meet clinical need
· Monitor team performance, service activity, and adherence to quality standards and policies
· Support recruitment, induction, and development of new team members, modelling the organisation’s values and culture
· Foster a supportive, cohesive team culture driven by compassion, accountability and inclusion
· Work collaboratively with the Head of Clinical Services to identify service gaps, pressures, risks, and staffing needs, proposing solutions and adjustments as required
Clinical Leadership
· Provide clinical leadership and guidance to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed interventions
· Maintain a personal caseload of complex cases, modelling best practice and demonstrating clinical credibility
· Lead group peer supervision sessions and promote an environment of continual learning and professional growth
· Support risk assessment, management, and escalation processes, ensuring that safeguarding and ethical practice are consistently applied
· Offer consultation and advice to bereavement specialists, counsellors, volunteers on complex bereavement and trauma presentations
· Ensure staff receive appropriate clinical supervision in accordance with organisational guidelines
Service Delivery and Quality
· Oversee consistent delivery of individual, couple, group, and workshop bereavement support in line with agreed frameworks
· Ensure effective use of outcome measures and client feedback to assess impact, promote clinical reflection, and inform continuous improvement
· Contribute to the monitoring and auditing of service quality
· Contribute to the development and implementation of new models of care, services, resources, and practice improvement initiatives
· Support compliance with relevant legislation, safeguarding standards, and regulatory frameworks
Communication and Relationships
· Communicate effectively and sensitively within the organisation and with external professionals, including health and mental health services such as CMHTs and GPs
· Convey complex and emotionally sensitive information with clarity, empathy, and professionalism
· Manage interactions with individuals or groups who may be distressed or emotionally impacted by information shared
· Develop and maintain strong, positive working relationships with colleagues and peers to promote effective teamwork and collaboration
· Model organisational values and behaviours, demonstrating respect, compassion, and integrity in all communication and relationships
Knowledge, Training and Experience
· Undertake therapeutic assessments and interventions with adults in line with evidence-based and best practice approaches
· Complete comprehensive assessments, including risk assessments, and determine appropriate levels of intervention and response
· Ensure all practice meets professional standards and complies with relevant codes of conduct and national guidance
· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current research, evidence-based practice, and developments in bereavement and trauma-informed care
· Engage in continuous professional development and maintain an active professional portfolio in line with professional body requirements
· Demonstrate knowledge and compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and safeguarding legislation, including Safeguarding Children and Adults and the Mental Capacity Act
· Provide guidance, supervision, and support to volunteers individually or in groups as required
Analytical and Judgement Skills
· Apply sound professional judgment and analytical skills to assess needs, plan interventions, and evaluate outcomes in accordance with best-practice frameworks
· Participate actively in team meetings to plan, review, and evaluate care strategies and approaches
· Ensure the accurate and timely recording of data and information to support monitoring, evaluation, and service development
· Contribute to the collection, analysis and reporting of outcome measures to support quality assurance, demonstrate
Person Specification
Education/Professional Qualification
Essential
· MA/MSc or Postgraduate Degree (minimum Level 6 or equivalent) in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Arts Therapy
· Registration with a professional body (ie. NCPS, HCPC, UKCP, BACP, BAAT, etc)
· Evidence of continuing professional development
· Training in safeguarding children and adults at risk (Level 3 minimum)
Desirable
· Additional training in clinical leadership
· Certificate/diploma in supervision
· Dual qualification (social work and counselling/psychotherapy)
· BACP accreditation or eligible for BACP accreditation
Skills and Experience
Essential
· Strong clinical leadership skills with the ability to support, motivate and develop others
· A strong understanding and knowledge of relevant psychological theories, therapeutic interventions, and models of grief work for adults, especially those bereaved of a child
· Able to make clear psychosocial assessments and managing complex emotional and mental health needs, risk, and safeguarding
· Evidence of working in a psychological framework with adults who have experienced common mental health problems (ie. anxiety and depression)
· Very strong assessment, formulation and planning skills within a therapeutic context
· Experience of triaging cases based on evidence and clinical need with the ability to make sound clinical judgements and risk assessments
· Significant experience of working therapeutically with adults who experience trauma and significant emotional distress
· Experience of using outcome measures, feedback tools and data to evaluate effectiveness and impact of interventions
· Ability to oversee operational delivery, managing clinical and management responsibilities
· Experience of safeguarding decision-making and managing complex cases involving risk
Desirable
· Experience in line management and clinical supervision within a therapeutic or mental health environment
Knowledge and Understanding
· In-depth understanding of the psychological impact of bereavement, trauma, and loss following the death of a child
· In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant psychological theories, therapeutic interventions, and models of grief work
· Knowledge of therapeutic models and interventions relevant to adult trauma and grief
· Strong understanding of risk assessment and management, safeguarding legislation and frameworks and ethics in practice
· In-depth knowledge of evidence-based models of counselling and therapeutic interventions including creative and systemic approaches
· Proven ability to design, deliver and adapt psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions effectively through digital platforms, maintaining therapeutic alliance, safety, and impact when working remotely with adults
· Strong understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion relevant to bereavement and mental health
· Knowledge of service outcomes, quality standards, and measurement systems
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: 9th July 2026 at midnight
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.
Interviews
First Stage Screening Interviews
You may be asked to attend a 10-minute Screening Interview on MS Teams with the Hiring Managers for the vacancy, to assess your suitability for the role. During the interview, you will be asked two skills-based questions.
Second Stage Interviews
If you are progressed to a second stage interview, you will be invited to attend a 1-hour formal interview on MS Teams with the Hiring Managers for the role. It is our policy to share the role-specific interview questions with applicants ahead of the interview, to aid their preparation. You may also be asked to complete an interview task, which will also be shared with you in advance.
For further information please see the Recruitment Pack for this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Help shape the future of a growing church serving East London.
Highway Vineyard Church is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to play a key role in the day-to-day running of our growing multisite church in the London Borough of Newham. As we enter an exciting new season of growth and pursue our vision, we are looking for an outstanding Operations Manager to help build the systems, structures, and culture that will enable our ministry to flourish.
This is a varied and hands-on leadership role, overseeing the church's operations across administration, finance, facilities, governance, compliance, health and safety, event support, and organisational systems. This role is for someone who thrives on bringing order, clarity, and excellence behind the scenes. Working closely with the Senior Pastor, leadership team, trustees, staff, volunteers, and external contractors, you will ensure that our buildings, resources, and operational processes are managed efficiently, safely, and sustainably, enabling our ministries to flourish. The role is for someone who thrives on bringing order, clarity, and excellence behind the scenes.
The successful candidate will be an exceptional organiser with strong administrative and financial skills, capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. You will be a confident problem-solver who takes initiative, enjoys improving systems and processes, and is able to lead operational projects from planning through to delivery.
Above all, you will be passionate about creating effective operational structures that enable ministry and mission to thrive. You will enjoy working collaboratively with people, demonstrate servant-hearted leadership, and be fully committed to the vision, values, and mission of Highway Vineyard Church.
Hours worked: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Competitive within the sector, based on experience
Applications close on Friday 24th July @12pm
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability for this role.
Please submit a CV and Covering later stating how you meet the requirements of the role. Unfortunately applications with no covering letter can not be shortlisted.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Stop Domestic Abuse is a trauma informed organisation; the work we do to support those effected by domestic abuse may be triggering for those with past trauma. Please only apply if you are living free from abuse. If you’d like to talk to us about this, please get in touch.
Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £26,805.75 - £27,464.70
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type:Permanent
Reference Number: STOPDA850
Main Purpose and Scope of the Job:
The work will focus on preventing domestic abuse and breaking the cycle of abuse by providing support for children and young people in the refuge and in the community and supporting children and young people to keep safe.
What We Offer:
Time off and Flexibility:
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (Increasing with service)
- Birthday day off
- Child’s first day of school off
- Option to purchase up to 10 additional days’ leave per year
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Protected time of up to one hour each month
Family-Friendly Benefits:
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave
- IVF Leave
Health and Wellbeing:
- Westfield Health Healthcare Cashback Plan (after probation)
- Westfield Health Personal Health Insurance (after 2 years’ service)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Eye care vouchers
- Cycle to Work Scheme
About Stop Domestic Abuse:
Stop Domestic Abuse is a proud women-led organisation supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse across Portsmouth and Hampshire. Our vision is a world without domestic abuse, and we work to ensure that it’s ‘everyone’s business.’
We provide refuge and community-based support, delivering in a trauma-informed way for adults, children and young people, tailored to individual needs. Our 19 refuges offer safe, welcoming homes, and across our services we provide one-to-one support and group activities to help improve their safety and to meet others with similar experiences. We support children process their experiences and help regain a sense of safety.
Our UP2U programmes support those seeking to change abusive behaviours, and we also offer specialist support for victims of stalking. We also deliver training to professionals, including the hair and beauty industry, to recognise domestic abuse and connect people to specialist support services.
Our Values:
Equality, Openness, Honesty, Respect for individual dignity and diversity, Empowering women and children, and Care and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do. By committing to these values, we aim to significantly improve the lives of those we support and work towards our vision of a world without domestic abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.