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The Gloucestershire Infrastructure Collaborative is seeking an experienced freelance Convenor to support an exciting partnership of nine Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations working together to strengthen the sector's role within Gloucestershire's health and wellbeing system.
This is a unique opportunity for an independent facilitator, connector and systems thinker who enjoys working in complexity across organisational boundaries, to build trusted relationships, strengthen collective leadership and help partnerships turn ambition into meaningful action. The Convenor will build trust, psychological safety and shared purpose, helping the group develop collective leadership, navigate complexity, challenge and learning together.
The role is offered on a freelance basis until March 2028, with a fee of £25,000 inclusive of VAT available. We anticipate the work taking 2-3 days p.c.m. worked flexibly. A travel and expenses budget of up to £3,000 per annum has been allocated.
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About the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
For over 50 years, the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust has been at the forefront of wildlife conservation in Kenya. Founded on the extraordinary work of Dame Daphne Sheldrick, we are best known for our orphaned elephant rescue and rehabilitation programme – the most successful of its kind in the world. Our work has grown to encompass anti-poaching, habitat protection, community conservation and long-term field programmes across East Africa.
We have a global community of passionate supporters, a powerful brand, and a cause that genuinely moves people. Our UK charity facilitates the global elephant adoption programme, leads on UK fundraising, and connects supporters everywhere with the animals and landscapes they love.
The Opportunity
This is a new and significant appointment for SWT UK. We are looking for a Director of Development to develop and lead our UK fundraising strategy – taking ownership of income generation across all streams, donor communications and supporter stewardship, and managing a team of three talented fundraising professionals.
Our individual supporter base is large globally – growing in UK – loyal and deeply engaged: many give through our elephant adoption programme, which connects them directly with named animals in our care. We are now ready to build on this engaged supporter base and develop it into a structured individual giving programme – with mid-level giving pathways, major donor cultivation, systematic stewardship and deeper philanthropic relationships. That is the central challenge and opportunity of this role.
We also have active corporate and trust relationships, a legacy programme in development, and real potential to grow income from European and international funders. The Director of Development will take ownership of all of this – hands on and strategic in equal measure.
What You Will Do
About You
We are looking for a fundraiser who loves the craft – someone who is energised by building relationships, writing a compelling proposal, developing a giving programme from scratch, and ensuring every supporter feels genuinely valued. This is a hands-on role as much as a leadership one, and the right person will be comfortable doing both.
Why Join Us
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages – telling us why you are interested in this role and how your experience meets the person specification – by 16th August 2026.
We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may appoint before the closing date, so early application is encouraged.
All applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. We are unable to sponsor visa applications for this role.
Applications must include a covering letter of no more than two pages explaining why you are interested in this role and how your experience meets the person specification. Applications submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.
To protect and preserve wildlife and habitats in Kenya


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ChildAid to Eastern Europe is a long-established Christian charity working with local partners across Eastern Europe to improve the lives of vulnerable children, young people, and families.
We are seeking an exceptional Director to lead the organisation into its next phase of growth and impact. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight and income generation to ensure the charity’s long-term sustainability.
This is a hands-on role, combining high-level strategy with day-to-day delivery. You will act as the public face of the charity, strengthen partner and donor relationships, and lead across fundraising, communications, operations and team development.
Key responsibilities
About you
We are looking for someone with:
Additional information
This role carries an occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Why join us?
Lead a respected charity with over 50 years of impact, shape future strategy and help transform the lives of vulnerable children and families.
ChildAid, a long-established Christian charity, works with local partners in Eastern Europe to improve the lives of children, young people & families
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark
Chief Operating Officer
£125,000
Full-time, permanent
North Lambeth with travel in the Archdiocese and occasionally beyond with some home working possible.
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark is one of the largest dioceses in the UK, but more than that it is a vibrant and diverse Diocese with ambitious plans for leading people to Christ. This includes through spreading the Good News of the Gospel, delivering high-quality Catholic education and support for the vulnerable and marginalised.
The Archdiocese has 175 parishes and 162 schools across the whole of London south of the Thames, all of Kent and the eastern parts of Surrey. While parishes operate under individual canonical status, the Archdiocese has extensive operating procedures which govern areas of parish life, activity and operation. This means the Archdiocese supports parishes to flourish, while ensuring they comply with UK law.
Today, Southwark consists of range of diverse communities from inner London and suburban parishes to coastal and rural churches. Southwark’s rich history continues to evolve under the dynamic pastoral leadership of Archbishop John Wilson, who invites all to embrace social justice by putting their faith into action, to and become part of an evangelising and missionary Archdiocese that shares the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Centred on Jesus Christ, the Archdiocese of Southwark will evangelise by helping people to grow in faith and to live in hope. Collectively we can change our world for the better by imitating Christ in showing love, justice, and peace to all. Our mission is to invite people to know the Lord Jesus who offers us life in its fullness.
We are seeking to appoint a Chief Operating Officer who is passionate about this mission and who can provide the leadership that will drive us forward in our work to be a Missionary Diocese.
The Chief Operating Officer provides strategic and operational leadership across the Archdiocese. You will hold responsibility for ensuring that Archdiocesan operations support the mission of the Church, are financially sustainable, and are compliant with legal and regulatory requirements. This role is pivotal in safeguarding and enhancing the Archdiocese’s Mission and the supporting physical estate for current and future generations.
Finance Director
22.5 hours per week (3 days)
Salary: £37,800 per annum
(Equivalent to approximately £63,000 full-time)
Based in Leeds with flexible and hybrid working
Advonet is an independent advocacy charity supporting people who may find it difficult to be heard, ensuring their rights are upheld and their voices are at the centre of decisions that affect their lives.
We are seeking an experienced, qualified finance professional to join our Senior Leadership Team as Finance Director . This is a strategic role that combines financial leadership with oversight of IT, systems, data infrastructure and organisational resilience.
Working closely with the CEO, Head of Business Development and Finance Manager, you will help ensure Advonet remains financially sustainable, well-managed and prepared for the future. Alongside responsibility for financial planning, governance, risk management, audit and Board reporting, you will lead work to strengthen our digital infrastructure, cyber resilience, data protection arrangements and organisational systems.
This role will suit someone who enjoys operating at a strategic level, bringing clear judgement, constructive challenge and practical leadership. We are particularly interested in hearing from qualified accountants who have experience of supporting organisational change, overseeing systems and infrastructure, and working with senior leaders and trustees.
Why join us?
Senior Leadership Team role reporting directly to the CEO
Opportunity to shape Advonet’s financial, digital and organisational future
Flexible and hybrid working
Up to 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Generous pension contribution
Health cashback plan and employee support scheme
Friendly, values-led and inclusive culture
Key dates
Applications open: Monday 20 July
Closing date: Monday 17 August at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Friday 21 August
Interviews: Thursday 10 September in Leeds
How to apply
Please submit:
A CV
A covering letter of no more than 500 words explaining how you meet the requirements of the role and why you would be a good fit for Advonet
A completed diversity monitoring form
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Angela Ellis, Chief Executive Officer.
Post Title: Director of Development
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: £38,750 - £43,750
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (matchdays, evenings and weekends as required)
Location: AESSEAL New York Stadium
Closing date: Monday 3 August 2026
About this role: This is an exciting opportunity to join Rotherham United Community Trust’s Executive Team and lead the ‘Strengthen and Grow’ theme within the Trust’s United for Change strategy. The Director of Development will drive sustainable growth by strengthening programmes, increasing income, developing strategic partnerships and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation. You will work closely with the CEO, Board and senior leaders to maximise the Trust’s impact while ensuring operational excellence and long-term sustainability.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Programmes and Interventions
2. Income Generation
3. Operational Management
4. Continuous Improvement
5. Team Leadership and Collaboration
6. Miscellaneous
Person Specification: Director of Development
1. Relevant Experience
Essential
Desirable
2. Education and Training
Essential
Desirable
3. Knowledge
4. Skills and Abilities
5. Additional Factors
Everyone in Rotherham: United, Successful and Living Well.



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The Director of Growth, Impact and Partnerships will provide strategic leadership for growth, partnerships, engagement and impact across Ormiston Families.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will help turn strategy into action by building strong partnerships, growing sustainable income, strengthening organisational influence and ensuring the organisation has the relationships, reputation, resources and insight needed to increase its reach, deepen its impact and deliver its long-term ambitions.
The postholder will also play a central role in delivering Ormiston Families' organisational change journey, helping us grow well. They will work across Purpose, People, Process and Performance, helping to shape a more connected, insight-led and sustainable organisation by embedding strategic planning, organisational learning, performance measurement and continuous improvement into how the charity operates, grows and creates impact.
The main duties of this role include:
Benefits include:
• Competitive salary, benchmarked for a senior charity leadership role.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, supporting balance and effectiveness.
• Generous annual leave and family-friendly policies.
• Pension contribution and employee support offer.
• Opportunities for professional development, learning and leadership growth.
• The chance to help shape the future of a values-led organisation making a lasting difference for children, young people and families.
Location: This is a hybrid role, offering a flexible combination of home working and attendance at our central office.
Salary: £85,000 gross per annum.
To apply, please submit your cover letter detailing how you meet the criteria (no more than 2 pages) and CV.
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We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Chief of Staff (COS) to deputise for the CEO in maintaining oversight of global operations of this incredible charity.
You will report directly to the CEO, working closely with the senior management team (SMT) both in UK and internationally. If you are an experienced and effective senior manager, a strategic thinker and excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills then we would very much like to hear from you.
This role's primary responsibilities will be as follows:
To work closely with the CEO and the rest of the SMT in prioritising day-to-day activities. Whilst primarily focused on internal activities, the postholder will assist the CEO with external matters, deputising for the CEO as directed.
To take a proactive role in supporting the CEO in strategy development.
To support international operations, be the office primary link between global staff and support arrangements of visits.
To lead the development of the policies and procedures with particular focus on Data Protection and Safeguarding.
To be responsible for leading organisational development to ensure the charity has the structure and staff capacity to deliver against targets.
To act as budget holder for the UK Office, to ensure the effective running of the UK Office (supported by the Office Manager) and its associated infrastructure, including delivery of staff inductions and training.
Take responsibility for IT procurement and manage all non-fundraising related office contracts.
Experience required:
-Must be a confident, dynamic and decisive senior manager, with proven leadership, administrative and (written and oral) communication skills.
- Must demonstrate the ability to work both as a member of a senior management team and across the broad diversity of employees, directors, other stakeholders and contractors at all levels.
- Must have a proven record of delivering against competing priorities and deadlines and the ability to think strategically across a range of business areas.
- Candidates with a military, MOD, civil service or relevant charity background are encouraged to apply.
Desirable experience:
- Understanding of Charity Commission and Companies House regulations
- Experience of working in fundraising/charity environment
- Understanding of Data Protection, Safeguarding and Health & Safety at Work
regulations
PLEASE NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds.
Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
About Woman's Trust
The charity was established in 1996 to meet the gap in specialist mental health services. Woman’s Trust is led by and for women and aims to ensure that women affected by domestic abuse can live a life free from further harm and abuse. Our approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, empowering survivors on their journey to recovery from the trauma. We are committed to a positive, inclusive and equitable environment for our staff, service users and volunteers.
Alongside delivering our existing 1-1 counselling, self-development workshops and therapeutic support groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse, we are focused on developing our innovative mental health services for young women and girls, delivering new peer-led support groups and providing therapeutic groups to children and their mothers. We are also committed to developing further awarenessraising workshops and training for professionals, building on our research and policy to improve systems nationally.
About the role
The Head of Fundraising and Development role offers an exceptional opportunity to shape Woman’s Trust’s income strategy, develop new partnerships and play a central role in the organisation’s next phase of growth.
We are seeking an established income-generation leader who combines strategic and commercial judgement with a willingness to remain hands-on. The successful candidate will have a strong record of securing significant income, identifying new opportunities and building effective relationships with funders, commissioners and partners. They will also be a constructive and positive senior colleague: someone who works collaboratively, communicates clearly, takes ownership and contributes actively to the success of the wider organisation.
The role will oversee the development and implementation of the fundraising strategy and funding pipeline. Additionally, it will ensure the maintenance and growth of excellent relationships with both existing and prospective funders, including the stewardship of grants and timely reporting. Responsibilities will also include reviewing, updating, and developing service budgets, as well as overseeing or coordinating the submission of high-quality bids, funding approaches, and events.
As a member of the senior leadership team, this post will work cross-departmentally and will contribute to the overall strategy of Woman’s Trust, working closely with the CEO and the Board of Trustees. You will lead and line manage the Trust and Statutory Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Manager and Data Impact and Insights Manager. You will deliver a direct income target for each year, with a focus on the development and tendering of statutory commissioning.
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week.
Location: Woman’s Trust premises including co-location with statutory partners and community partnership locations.Woman’s Trust operates a hybrid working model with a minimum of 50% to be on-site.
In return, we can offer:
To find out more and apply with your CV, please visit our website via the apply button.
Please note, CVs and cover letters should be sent in Word format.
Closing date: 31st August 2026.
First stage interviews (online): 22nd September 2026.
Second stage interviews: 28th September 2026.
Please note, this post is open to female applicants only – Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies.
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Job Title:
Victim Support Casework Team Lead
Salary:
Actual salary is £27,200 per year (FTE £34,000).
Contract/Hours:
Permanent. 4 days per week / 0.8 FTE. The normal working week is 30 hours.
Annual Leave:
FTE annual leave entitlement is 23 days pro rata plus public and bank holidays.
Location:
NUM delivers its services UK-wide through a combination of digital resources, remote services and in-person hubs. Staff work on a hybrid basis, with the balance of home and location-based working depending on business needs. This role is primarily remote, with occasional travel possible for meetings, events, and outreach. If you are based in one of our hubs, Glasgow, Manchester or London then this is desirable.
About NUM:
National Ugly Mugs (NUM) is a UK-wide charity which delivers a holistic safety, wellbeing and economic support model for sex workers, combining digital harm prevention, specialist casework, mental health support and pathways to economic stability. Activities are delivered UK-wide via a digital platform, remote services, and in-person hubs. We run a wellbeing drop-in service in Glasgow and other in-person services and events in Manchester and London. We have developed Vocational Support Services for those exploring careers both in and outside of sex industries and we run a Racial Justice project and Youth Justice project that makes visible the lived experiences of harm among racialised and young (18-25) sex workers towards systems change.
NUM values those with lived experience in sex industries and work with them to shape services and responses, conduct research, develop education packages, and participate in policy advocacy to change the conditions that lead to survival sex work, gain rights and recognition, and improve the safety of UK-based sex workers.
Background and Responsibilities:
The casework team is at the heart of NUM. We provide vital support from assistance through the criminal justice journey to essential emergency financial support. We are looking for a Casework Team Lead to lead our casework team. If you are driven, have a keen eye for detail, can effectively motivate others in a demanding and emotive area of work with the ability to support people in an empathetic and trauma informed way then this could be the role for you.
This role will specifically focus on the day-to-day running of the casework team alongside carrying your own caseload. The work involves utilising and monitoring our digital platform and CMS maintaining and monitoring the documentation of cases and coordinating responses to ensure sex workers received the high standard of support they deserve, to prevent and recover from violence as well as seek justice and recourse. The Victim Support Casework Team Lead is responsible for maintaining high standards for all digital, individualised and in-person support provided by the casework team. All responsibilities can be grouped under five umbrella categories. The successful candidate will evidence suitability for the role based on the strength areas below:
1) Management: Manage the operations and administration associated with victim and vocational support casework.
2) Leadership: Lead and motivate the team of national case workers towards service excellence. The best leaders can also be led. The successful candidate will value the lived and learned experiences on the casework team and ensure that everyone works to their strengths and strives for the best outcomes for sex workers.
3) High Standards: Support good performance and quality outcomes for sex workers.
4) Creative and Innovative: Ability to strategise and problem-solve. Sex workers experience forms of violence before and after accessing support. At NUM, our principle of 'Sex Workers First' means that we work with them to achieve the outcomes that they desire. Sex workers are in control of their healing and recovery, and it will be the successful candidate's job to ensure that lives are improved as a result of contact with NUM.
5) Well-being Focused: Provide care for the health, safety and welfare of the case work team and the sex workers we serve.
Day-to-day tasks include but are not limited to the following.
Managing your own caseload, providing individualised support to sex workers alongside your leadership role ensuring that sex workers are put at the forefront of all services offered. Maintaining our high standard of support.
Continued monitoring and development of the NUM platform backend functions to find efficiencies and boost productivity. Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) based on new policies and service priorities, new platforms/ procedures, and new innovations or services.
Problem-solving to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of the casework team eg, managing resource and rota’s including leave and absences, delegation of task where appropriate to the casework team.
Audit overview and quarterly reporting to Operations Manager with responsibility for data management and the production of case studies.
External communications with practitioners to ensure best practice of utilising NUM service, promoting NUM membership where possible and attending external meetings as a NUM representative where required.
Host or contribute to the ongoing meetings of the National ISVA/SWISVA forum and continue to foster useful and productive spaces for SWISVAs (specialist sex work ISVA’s) throughout the UK to share experiences, insights towards delivering quality support services to sex workers with maintaining high service standards and prioritising self-care.
Deliver weekly operations meetings, keep them short and concise to discuss operational updates NUM wide/internal. Analyse statistics and case work trends and discuss any issues or take aways with the Operations Manager to inform Casework Team strategy.
Communicate and collaborate with other work streams and projects at NUM. Contribute to organisational priorities and support initiatives that strengthen National Ugly Mugs’ overall impact.
Lead 1-2-1 check-ins and appraisals with staff, acknowledging individual and team success in appropriate ways, motivating the team and resolving conflict and managing team dynamics (with support where needed).
Onboard and train new members of the casework team.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Skills and Experience
Demonstrable casework skills, with experience in delivering advice, information, emotional and practical support and advocacy in partnership with health, wellbeing and criminal justice outcomes for individuals who may have experienced traumatic events.
Experience managing a team, providing line management support, and managing rotas and team resources.
An understanding of coordination responsibilities and the requirements of middle management in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Qualified ISVA or relevant casework support experience.
Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work with multiple partners on complex cases.
Excellent administrative and organisation skills, able to manage both your own and other people’s workloads effectively.
An understanding of Equal Opportunities, the diversity of sex workers and the impact of criminalisation, stigma, and marginalisation on sex workers and a team comprising those with lived experience.
Effective communication skills and the ability to deliver training, guidance, advice and support to a diverse range of stakeholders to promote best practice in relation to supporting sex workers when they’re victims of crime.
Experience of using online communication tools, CMS (Oasis), google workspace, MS suite, slack and other digital platforms to maximise efficiency and productivity of your own casework and that of the casework team.
Experience of dealing with internal and external complaints and having difficult conversations.
Strong empathic and active listening skills.
Willingness to undertake continued professional development.
Desirable:
Experience of the sex work community.
Experience completing detailed reports on workstream productivity, both statistically and in written form.
The ability to understand local, regional and national policy and evidence-based research in relation to community safety, health and social inclusion.
Ability in languages other than English is beneficial but not required.
If you are passionate about NUM’s mission to ‘end all forms of violence against sex workers’ we would love for you to hear from you!
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications close on 13th August 2026 at 11:30pm BST. We encourage applicants to apply before the deadline as interviews may be held on a rolling basis. You can apply via Charity Jobs or by emailing admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org with your name and ‘Victim Support Casework Team Lead’ in the subject line.
Please include a CV (max 3 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) describing your suitability for the role. The cover letter should address the points in the ‘Personal Specification’ section of this posting.
NUM is a diverse team committed to inclusion and equal opportunities in the workplace, and we actively encourage applicants of all different ages, genders, social and economic backgrounds, ethnicities, religions and sexual orientations, and from people with disabilities. If you have any access requirements related to applying, please contact admin[at]nationaluglymugs[dot]org.
We understand that everyone’s experience is different and encourage applications from those who may not meet all of the person specifications. If you’re passionate about equality, economic empowerment, and ending violence against sex workers, we want to hear from you.
Interviews are planned to take place remotely on week starting August 17th. We will let you know by August 18th if you have been selected for an interview. Please note that due to the high number of applications expected for this role if you do not hear back from NUM by the August 18th unfortunately your application has not been successful. We are not able to provide feedback on your application at the application stage.
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Job Title: Chief Operating Officer
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £65,000 per annum
Hours per week: 35 hours
Annual Leave: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
Role Description
The COO is the Cathedral’s principal member of staff and has responsibility for the overall operational performance and administration of the organisation, its assets and its people. Appointed by the Chapter and accountable to them through the Dean, the COO works with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to develop and implement strategy and policy, ensure effective governance and compliance, manage the business functions of the Cathedral and monitor its overall progress and development.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Safeguarding
Staff and Volunteers
Cathedral Compliance and Operational Management
Direct Reports
Attendance Required at:
Person Specification
Essential Qualities
Desirable Qualities
Knowledge and skills
Other criteria
Additional Information
The role requires the post-holder to work occasional weekends, evenings and non-working days, as required for which time off in lieu will be given. The post-holder will undertake such other duties as may reasonably be expected. This document is accurate at time of publication but is subject to regular review and may change in line with the Cathedral’s requirements.
Closing Date: 9.00 am Monday 3 July 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 12 August 2026
It is our aim to be a centre for learning, both for the Christian faith and beyond.



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About Ataxia UK
Ataxia’ is an umbrella term for a group of progressive, neurological conditions which involve problems with co-ordination, balance and speech caused by disruption of the messages sent from our brains to our muscles.
Ataxia UK funds research into cures and treatments for ataxia, including stem cell and gene therapy. By collaborating with ataxia researchers across the globe, and pharmaceutical and research organisations, we’re confident that cures can one day be found. Until then, we work towards getting better treatments for people with ataxia and providing information and support to everyone affected. Improving their quality of life and helping to slow the progression of the disease.
About the Role
As our Financial Controller, you'll lead the day-to-day financial operations of the charity, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and efficient processes that support our mission. You'll oversee month-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, providing clear insights to inform decision-making across the organisation. Working closely with colleagues throughout the charity, you'll manage grant and restricted fund reporting, support annual planning, drive continuous improvement in financial systems and processes, and lead a small finance team. You'll also play a key role in ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards, governance requirements and best practice.
About you
We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA ,CIPFA or similar) with at least five years' post-qualification experience and a proven track record in senior finance or audit roles. You'll be confident leading finance operations, managing staff, and turning complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
You'll bring experience of charity finance, including grant management, restricted and unrestricted funds, and Charity SORP, alongside strong skills in Xero and Excel. Experience with Fathom and Raiser's Edge (or similar CRM/database systems) would be an advantage.
Just as importantly, you'll be passionate about making a difference for people affected by ataxia. You'll understand the barriers faced by disabled people, approach our members with empathy and respect, and share our commitment to equality, inclusion and ethical medical research.
This is an opportunity for a skilled finance professional to use their expertise to help drive our mission and make a meaningful impact.
Benefits of working for us.
Please see full Job Description for further details including Person Specifications. Your covering letter will be used to assess you against the person specification for this role.
Head of Business Development
30 hours per week (4 days) – flexibility to discuss 3–5 days
Salary: £34,000 per annum (4 days)
Based in Leeds with flexible and hybrid working
Advonet is an independent advocacy charity supporting people who may find it difficult to be heard, ensuring their rights are upheld, and their voices are at the centre of decisions that affect their lives.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Head of Business Development to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in Advonet’s long-term sustainability. This is a newly designed role with responsibility for increasing and diversifying income, developing strategic partnerships, and helping shape the future direction of the organisation.
You will lead our business development activity, including funding bids, tenders, partnerships and new opportunities, whilst providing strategic oversight of communications and line management of our Communications Officer. The role is focused on identifying the right opportunities, building strong relationships, and ensuring income generation is aligned with our values and priorities.
We are looking for someone with experience of business development, income generation or organisational growth, who can think strategically, build partnerships and turn ideas into action. Experience of developing successful funding bids, managing opportunities, and influencing others to achieve shared goals will be important.
Why join us?
Senior Leadership Team role reporting directly to the CEO
Opportunity to shape Advonet’s future sustainability and growth
Flexible and hybrid working
Up to 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Generous pension contribution
Health cashback plan and employee support scheme
Friendly, values-led and inclusive culture
Key dates
Applications open: Monday 20 July
Closing date: Monday 17 August at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Friday 21 August
Interviews: Monday 14 September in Leeds
How to apply
Please submit:
A CV
A covering letter of no more than 500 words explaining how you meet the requirements of the role and why you would be a good fit for Advonet.
A completed diversity monitoring form.
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Angela Ellis, Chief Executive Officer.
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We have just reached our 10th anniversary and are about to embark on an exciting period of change.We are looking for a dynamic Service Manager with big ideas for supported housing and an ambition to turn those into reality. This is a new role created at the start of a new chapter so you will have the opportunity to shape the strategy and to provide leadership to the service delivery teams to achieve our goals.
Purpose of the post.
Please submit a supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4 setting out how you meet the criteria for the role.
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Job Title: Head of People
Department: People Team
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Responsible for:
Senior Manager – Recruitment and Training
People Advisor
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (Dependent on Experience)
Closing date: 2nd August
Interviews w/c: 10th August
Brentford FC Community Sports Trust
With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life.
As an independent charity working in partnership with Brentford Football Club, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community Club of the Year’ award four times and now employs more than 100 members of staff.
Inclusion Statement
Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.
Safeguarding Statement
Brentford FCCST is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions.
Role Summary
The Head of People will be responsible for delivering an efficient, compliant and people-focused HR service across the Community Trust, supporting approximately 78 permanent employees and 125 casual workers.
This is a hands-on operational role with a strong focus on employee relations, HR processes and compliance, payroll coordination and finalisation, and providing practical people support to managers across the organisation.
The role will directly manage the People Advisor and the Senior Manager - Recruitment & Training Manager, ensuring the effective delivery of recruitment, onboarding, training, compliance, and employee relations. Collaborating closely with departmental leaders, Finance, and safeguarding teams, the People Lead will ensure that people practices, foster a positive employee experience, and promote a culture aligned with the Trust’s values.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Team Management
Provide effective day-to-day leadership and management of the People Advisor and Recruitment & Training Manager.
Set priorities, allocate workloads and ensure the People team delivers a high-quality, responsive service across the Trust.
Support the development and performance of direct reports through regular coaching, feedback and development planning.
Foster a collaborative, customer-focused and solutions-oriented approach within the People team.
Employee Relations
Lead and manage employee relations casework, providing advice and guidance on disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, probation and capability matters.
Support managers in resolving people issues in a timely, fair and consistent manner, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.
Liaise with external employment law advisers where required on complex cases and organisational matters.
Maintain accurate case management records and identify trends requiring organisational intervention or support.
Support organisational change initiatives and workforce planning activity where required.
HR Operations and Compliance
Oversee and deliver the day-to-day delivery of HR processes across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, contract management, employee changes and offboarding.
Maintain and continually improve HR policies, procedures and systems to ensure compliance, consistency and operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with employment legislation, safer recruitment practices and safeguarding requirements.
Lead HR compliance activity, including supporting external audits and managing safeguarding-related people processes.
Prepare and coordinate workforce data, people metrics and management information for senior leadership and Trustees.
Ensure employee records and HR systems are maintained accurately and confidentially.
Payroll and Benefits Safeguarding
Lead the monthly payroll process, ensuring all payroll changes are accurately reviewed, authorised and submitted within agreed deadlines.
Take responsibility for payroll finalisation and sign-off, working closely with Finance and payroll providers to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
Coordinate pension administration, employee benefits and life assurance arrangements.
Conduct regular audits of payroll and people data to ensure accuracy, compliance and effective record keeping.
Act as the key point of contact for payroll and benefits queries.
Safeguarding
Build a strong working relationship with the Safeguarding team, ensuring Safeguarding is continually embedded within the Trust.
Work with the Head of Safeguarding on Safeguarding and people initiatives to promote a Safeguarding culture throughout the Trust.
Responsible for Safer Recruitment practices and compliance, including internal and external audits.
Employee Engagement and Wellbeing
Lead employee engagement activities, including staff surveys, pulse surveys and wellbeing initiatives.
Analyse employee feedback and recommend actions that enhance engagement, retention and culture.
Champion wellbeing initiatives and support the delivery of programmes that promote positive mental health and employee wellbeing.
Promote inclusive practices that support a positive, respectful and high-performing workplace culture.
EDI
People Lead for the EDI Strategy group, ensuring that EDI strategic objectives are met and taken forward.
Collaborate with the Senior Manager – Recruitment and Training and the EDI Manager (Club) to ensure EDI training is aligned with Trust values and fosters inclusion across the Trust.
Governance and Stakeholder Management
Work closely with Finance to ensure effective establishment control, headcount management and approval processes.
Produce people-related reports, updates and recommendations for senior leadership teams and Trustees.
People Lead for the People and Culture Subgroup, reporting to the People and Culture (Trustee) Chair, responsible for preparation and presentation of reports, papers and recommendations.
Build strong working relationships with managers across the organisation and with Trustees,and act as a trusted advisor on people matters.
Direct Reports
People Advisor
Senior Manager - Recruitment & Training Manager
Key Relationships
Internal
CEO & COO
Heads of Departments and Senior Managers
Safeguarding Teams
Trustees
External
Brentford Football Club: People Team, EDI, Safeguarding
Third Party Providers: Payroll and Benefits Providers
Person Specification
Essential Experience and Knowledge
Proven experience in a generalist HR or People role with significant exposure to employee relations case management.
Experience of advising and supporting managers on disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, probation and capability matters.
Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
Experience of managing and improving HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
Experience of coordinating and finalising payroll, working closely with finance teams and external payroll providers.
Experience of producing HR reports, workforce data and management information.
Experience of managing or supervising team members.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
High levels of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.
Strong communication and influencing skills with a practical and solution-focused approach.
Desirable Experience and Knowledge
Experience working within a charity, community trust, not-for-profit or social impact organisation.
Understanding of the governance, funding and compliance requirements associated with charitable organisations.
Experience supporting safeguarding-related people processes.
Experience supporting organisational change and workforce planning initiatives.
Experience of using Workday HRIS or a comparable HR system.
CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) desirable; CIPD Level 7 advantageous.
Key Focus Areas
Employee Relations
Payroll Coordination and Finalisation
HR Operations and Compliance
Recruitment and Onboarding Oversight
People Team Leadership
Workforce Reporting and Governance
Employee Engagement and Wellbeing
Safeguarding Compliance
Continuous Improvement of People Processes
General Trust Accountabilities
To ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including health and safety and safeguarding policies
To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
To ensure compliance with the Trust’s Code of Conduct.
To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC Community Sports Trust
To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Trust and its personnel
To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times
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