Project assistant jobs

About Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust (JRCT)

JRCT is a grant-making Quaker Trust that supports people who are passionate about making a positive difference; whether they are advocating for some of the most vulnerable people in our society, promoting nonviolent responses to conflict, or taking steps towards an environmentally sustainable future.

Every year JRCT makes grants for all kinds of charitable work, from grassroots community groups to well-established charities working to build a peaceful and just world. We aim to be a responsive and supportive funder, working to strengthen the hands of people who are tackling the root causes of conflict and injustice.

In 2019, the Trust announced plans to significantly increase annual grant spending to over £10 million per year for the next ten years. The Trust further increased its grant-making in response to the Covid-19 crisis. Since then, we have grown our programme staff team in order to better support increased grant portfolios. 

Having publicly recognised the ways in which the Trust benefited from or contributed to oppressive practices including enslavement, indenture, colonialism, and Apartheid, JRCT has hired a Head of Reparations and made a commitment to a multi-million programme of reparative justice, the first phase of which will take place between 2026 and 2029. 

Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust currently runs five grant programmes: Peace and Security, Rights and Justice, Power and Accountability, Sustainable Future, and Northern Ireland as well as a Grassroots Movements pilot fund.

About the Role

As Executive Assistant, Reparations, this role supports the Head of Reparations and enables the smooth administrative and support aspects of the Head of Reparations’ affairs.

You will support the Head of Reparations in the effective execution of the reparations projects, which will include coordinating project activities, maintaining meticulous project and workplan documentation, managing communication within the reparations team, with the wider JRCT team, and with external stakeholders. Your role will also extend to scheduling and organising meetings, maintaining clear records, and aiding in the organisation of project tasks. You will work in an administrative capacity to ensure that project deadlines are kept and deliverables are met. As the reparations projects will involve extensive work with stakeholders in Africa and thew Caribbean, familiarity with African and Caribbean cultures, as well as relevant multi-lingual and / or multi-cultural competencies will be essential. 

This is a hybrid role requiring in-office attendance once or twice a week. The position is fixed-term until  April 2029, with a salary of £47,814 per annum.

The role is for 35 hours a week, and we are open to flexible working patterns.  We try to schedule meetings to accommodate caring responsibilities. Someone working remotely would be required to come to the York office for up to four days per month and also travel to meetings with some occasional overnight stays.

We are looking for a person with a personal commitment to the mission of the Trust and capacity to undertake the administrative duties for the Rights and Justice programme. They will bring experience of working in/with voluntary organisations and knowledge of issues relevant to JRCT’s Rights and Justice programme, in particular racial justice and migrant justice.

We seek a thoughtful, strongly motivated, accountable, energetic, and congenial individual with excellent organisational and communication skills. The work is highly detail-oriented and requires the ability to use initiative and anticipate outcomes, multi-task and work flexibly.

As our Communications and marketing assistant you will be a key member of the Winchester Hospice Fundraising Charity team, supporting the realisation of our communication, engagement and marketing plans to our stakeholders, allowing the charity to deliver its innovative fundraising strategy to be able to meet ambitious financial targets.

In this role you will collaborate with the wider team to ensure a unified and effective approach to fundraising communications, helping to ensure that the charity is financially sustainable and widely recognised by the local community. You will support the promotion and delivery of events, large and small, provide excellent communications support to steward donors and to enhance supporter journeys. You will contribute significantly towards the delivery of meaningful digital and print communications. Your proactive, can-do attitude and dedication to communications will play a crucial role in building a charity brand that is pre-eminent and synonymous with Winchester.

Help shape a future where fewer people die by suicide

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Samaritans is entering an exciting new chapter, focused on transforming how we deliver support to those in greatest need. We’re seeking a Project Officer to support and coordinate activity in our Yorkshire & Humberside pathfinder region.

In this important role you’ll work with the Project Manager to support the implementation of Samaritans’ Future Proofing project plan within your region. You’ll provide regular updates on activity and progress, highlighting risks and issues when needed.

Communication is key to success in this role. You will work closely with volunteers, staff and other stakeholders to successfully deliver the project. You’ll act as a key contact for branches in your region to coordinate their involvement and activity, and work with our internal and external communications teams to support with project updates.

If you’re organised and great at keeping things on track, with a desire to contribute to future of Samaritans’ lifesaving service, then we’d love to hear from you.

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Contract terms:

• £33,000 - £35,000 per annum, plus benefits

• 24-month fixed term contract

• Full time hours are 35 hours per week, but we are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences

• Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office, with significant travel round the Yorkshire & Humberside region.

• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. It is anticipated that the post holder will be based in the region on average two days per week and the successful candidate should live within close proximity of the Region. In-person meetings will be held in Ewell once to twice a month. See attached regional map.

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​What you'll do:

• Support the development of detailed project plans
• Coordinate and monitor the delivery of the project plan within your pathfinder region
• Create and maintain up to date project documentation
• Support with communications to relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Organise, facilitate and document meetings
• Work closely with volunteers to capture learning

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What you’ll bring:

• ​Experience providing support to projects, ideally within a large-scale transformation programme
• Experience creating and maintaining project documentation, including project plans, risk registers and action trackers
• Confidence engaging and building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Strong IT skills, with platforms such as Microsoft Office and Zoom
• Formal project management qualifications or training would be advantageous

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For full Job Description and Person Specification click here

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Why Samaritans?

At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Apply now

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You will be asked to some answer short application questions and to upload your CV.​

Applications close: ​09:00am on Wednesday 27th May 2026

Interviews: w/c 15th June 

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At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do.

We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team.

We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through.

Help shape a future where fewer people die by suicide​

Samaritans is entering an exciting new chapter, focused on transforming how we deliver support to those in greatest need. We’re seeking a Project Officer to support and coordinate activity in our South East pathfinder region.

In this important role you’ll work with the Project Manager to support the implementation of Samaritans’ Future Proofing project plan within your region. You’ll provide regular updates on activity and progress, highlighting risks and issues when needed.

Communication is key to success in this role. You will work closely with volunteers, staff and other stakeholders to successfully deliver the project. You’ll act as a key contact for branches in your region to coordinate their involvement and activity, and work with our internal and external communications teams to support with project updates.

If you’re organised and great at keeping things on track, with a desire to contribute to future of Samaritans’ lifesaving service, then we’d love to hear from you.

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Contract terms:

• £33,000 - £35,000 per annum, plus benefits

• 24-month fixed term contract

• Full time hours are 35 hours per week, but we are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences

• Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office, with significant travel round the South East region.

• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. It is anticipated that the post holder will be based in the region on average two days per week and the successful candidate should live within close proximity of the Region. In-person meetings will be held in Ewell once to twice a month. See attached regional map.

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​What you'll do:

• Support the development of detailed project plans
• Coordinate and monitor the delivery of the project plan within your pathfinder region
• Create and maintain up to date project documentation
• Support with communications to relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Organise, facilitate and document meetings
• Work closely with volunteers to capture learning

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What you’ll bring:

• ​Experience providing support to projects, ideally within a large-scale transformation programme
• Experience creating and maintaining project documentation, including project plans, risk registers and action trackers
• Confidence engaging and building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Strong IT skills, with platforms such as Microsoft Office and Zoom
• Formal project management qualifications or training would be advantageous​

For full Job Description and Person Specification click here

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Why Samaritans?

At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Apply now

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You will be asked to some answer short application questions and to upload your CV.​

Applications close: ​09:00am on Thursday 28th May

Interviews: w/c 8th June​

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At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do.

We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team.

We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through.

JUSTICE is looking to recruit a new Executive Assistant to join our friendly, outcome-focused, values-led team. This is a permanent role and provides an exciting opportunity for someone who is an experienced EA and thrives in a fast paced environment where priorities shift and no two days are the same.

We are looking for an individual who is motivated by the purpose of the charity, to improve the UK justice system so that it is fair and within everyone’s reach. You will take pride in enabling senior leaders to work efficiently, strategically and with impact. The successful post holder will be a highly organised and proactive professional who has supported multiple senior leaders simultaneously and who enjoys working autonomously whilst using their initiative to manage competing demands.

This role will suit someone who remains composed under pressure, exercises sound judgement when handling highly sensitive information, and plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of the Chief Executive and Directors’ work.

The Executive Assistant will be a key part of our small but dedicated organisation, contributing to the effectiveness of the Executive Team and supporting the wider mission of JUSTICE. 

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in and something you would enjoy doing, please do apply!

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Assistant to help keep our centres running smoothly and safely for the animals in our care. You will an important role in maintaining our facilities, supporting our team, and ensuring a clean, secure, and welcoming environment for both animals and employees.

Your role will involve supporting the 3 Battersea sites with general maintenance tasks to allow the site to meet its operational needs.

If you’re practical, proactive, and want your work to have a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym membership and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. Greyscale copies of the recruitment pack are also available on request.

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Acceptable use of AI:

At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.

To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.

Closing date: 8th May 2026
Interview Date(s): One stage in person interview. Early applications are encouraged as interviews will take place on a rolling basis ahead of the closing date.

For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack.

Assistant Financial Accountant
£38,382 pa plus excellent benefits
London WC1 and home-based - hybrid with expectation to work at London office 60% of the time
35 hours per week, full-time
Permanent contract

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Financial Accountant to join our Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the financial operations of an organisation dedicated to improving child health across the UK and globally.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting financial accounting, payroll, treasury, taxation and compliance activities across the College and its subsidiary entities. You will help ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data, support statutory reporting and audits, and contribute to continuous improvement across finance systems and processes.

This role would suit a part-qualified accountant looking to further develop their experience within a not-for-profit or public sector environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting key accounting processes and ensuring timely reconciliation of financial ledgers
• Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations including fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, deferred income and investments
• Supporting Finance Officers with bank, accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations
• Assisting with internal and external audit processes and preparation of statutory accounts
• Supporting accounting processes for subsidiary entities
• Processing monthly payroll and pension submissions accurately and on time
• Supporting VAT returns, corporation tax submissions and regulatory reporting requirements
• Managing company credit cards and cash card reconciliations
• Supporting treasury and banking activities, including cash management and liquidity planning
• Administering finance systems and supporting finance improvement projects
• Building effective relationships with colleagues across the College and contributing to process improvements

Essential skills and experience include:

• Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent professional accountancy qualification
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in financial accounting or finance operations roles
• Experience supporting statutory accounting, payroll, pensions, treasury and VAT processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate financial information clearly
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using financial systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Desirable:

• Knowledge of charity accounting and SORP requirements
• Experience using Business Central or equivalent ERP/financial systems
• Familiarity with healthcare or public health organisations

Our values — Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire — shape how we work together. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from candidates with protected characteristics. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are under-represented at this level of the organisation.

The College operates a flexible hybrid working policy, with colleagues spending approximately 40% of their working time in the office over a four-week cycle and the remainder working from home.

The RCPCH is committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults it has contact with. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks.

Closing date: 31 May 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The Role

What we're looking for

What's in it for you

This is an excellent opportunity to work with contemporary thinkers in a progressive membership organisation.

The successful candidate will join a strong brand with a reputation for excellence and legal expertise, committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of excellence, trust, clarity and respect.

We offer hybrid working, a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.

Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply.

The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.

This role will play an important role in the successful planning and delivery of UUKi’s events, supporting activity in logistics, content, sponsorship, marketing and administration. The events will include in-person international conferences with over 300 delegates and high-profile speakers, to webinars and small roundtables.

The Events Assistant role requires strong organisational abilities, together with excellent customer service and an attention to detail.  Previous events and/or administrative experience would be advantageous, but more importantly you must have a willingness to learn and a proactive and flexible approach.  This is a fast-moving environment with several projects on the go at the same time.

Knowledge of Excel, Canva and Microsoft Outlook would be desirable, alongside a willingness to learn online platforms used for registration and marketing.

Please note that the Events Assistant role will involve occasional unsociable hours in the run-up to and on the day of events.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026.

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a CV, accompanied by a covering letter no longer than two sides of A4, describing how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification of the recruitment pack.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and well-organised Events Assistant to support the planning and delivery of ABN’s events programme. This varied and rewarding role is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in events and stakeholder coordination within a national medical membership organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with the Events & Business Development Manager and wider ABN team. The position is offered on a fixed term basis for 12 months.

The ABN is the professional body for neurologists in the United Kingdom. Our mission is to support neurologists to improve the lives of people with neurological conditions. We do this by connecting the neurology community, advocating for high-quality services, and promoting excellence in education and research. The ABN is a dynamic membership society with over 2000 members, working hard to raise the voice of neurology at a national level.

About the role

This role supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of ABN events such as conferences, webinars, and training sessions, ensuring smooth logistics for both virtual and in-person activities. Key responsibilities include managing delegate and speaker administration, maintaining accurate event records, preparing event materials, and handling post-event feedback and reporting. The position also provides general administrative support, assists with website updates, sponsorship information, and CPD requirements, while ensuring accurate membership and event history records are maintained.

About you

We are looking for someone with the following skills:

Essential 

• Previous experience (voluntary or paid) in an administrative, customer service, or eventsrelated role.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator (written and verbal), with a polite and professional manner
• Able to work independently, manage priorities, and respond calmly to deadlines
• IT literate, including Microsoft Office Suite and online platforms (e.g. Zoom, Teams, EventBrite)
• Willingness to work occasional early mornings, evenings, or travel within the UK

Desirable

• Experience using CRM systems, membership databases, or event registration software
• Interest in health, science, or the medical charity sector
• Experience supporting virtual or hybrid events

Why work with us?

This is an exciting time to join the ABN as we undertake a project to develop our events and sponsorship opportunities  with a growing team. We offer a collaborative and friendly working environment, with lots of opportunity for professional development.

Benefits

28 days annual leave + 8 public holidays (pro-rata)
Generous pension contributions: you put in 1%, we’ll put in 10%
Professional development programme including regular 1:1s, appraisals and training opportunities
Hybrid working and flexible hours
Time off in lieu for ABN event attendance

The Club

Situated in 42 acres of landscaped grounds adjacent to the River Thames in Fulham, The Hurlingham Club is recognised as one of the world’s finest private member clubs. Since its opening in 1869, The Hurlingham Club’s croquet and tennis lawns, botanical gardens and stately Georgian Clubhouse have made it a sought-after destination for exclusive sporting and social activities.

The Club offers a truly unique and rewarding environment to work, blending a rich history with a progressive outlook. With over 20 specialised departments, each contributing distinct roles and functions you will have the opportunity to interact with vibrant, multi-faceted colleagues and members that share common interests and represent a wide range of backgrounds, professions and perspectives. The members actively contribute to the Club’s community, atmosphere, heritage and culture.
 

The Department

The Hurlingham Club Foundation was established in 2021 and its mission is to harness the collective strength of the Club to create spaces and opportunities that improve the health, well-being and social connection of people living in underserved areas of our borough.

We aim to achieve this impact this in three main ways through:

· Direct programmes hosted at the Club (including sports, social and wellbeing activities).

· Funding for local charities delivering aligned community initiatives.

· Volunteering and in-kind support opportunities for members and stakeholders.

To deliver all this activity, money is largely raised through member donations at Foundation events and money is also raised through grants and corporate sponsorship.

The Role

As the Foundation Assistant, you will be a vital part of this small, friendly team to ensure that we manage all our events and programmes to raise the most amount of money and deliver maximum impact for people in need in our community.

You will work part time; ideally 20 hours over four days from Monday to Thursday.

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Hurlingham Club Foundation in a variety of ways.

Typical duties will include:

Event Coordination

· Supporting the planning and delivery of Foundation events.

· Managing logistics including room bookings, catering, AV, guestlists, security passes and event materials.

· Ensuring events run smoothly from setup through to delivery.

Administration & Finance

· Maintaining accurate records and financial administration.

· Supporting the processing of purchase orders, income and invoices.

Data & CRM Management

· Maintain donor, volunteer and programme databases.

· Support monitoring and reporting of Foundation activity and impact.

Communications & Marketing Support

· Assisting with the website updated and digital content.

· Supporting with and creating presentations and marketing materials.

· Helping to manage and catalogue Foundation photography assets.

Programme Support

· Assisting with delivery of onsite community programmes.

· Welcoming visitors and supporting participant experience.

General Support

· Managing Foundation inbox enquiries.

· Providing day-to-day administrative support to the team and volunteers.

Our Ideal Candidate

Candidates will share our passion to deliver impact for and improve the lives of people living in underserved areas of our borough.

They will also embody the Club’s values of excellence, responsibility and courtesy.

Key experience required includes:

· Experience in office administration or coordination (charity or membership organisation desirable).

· Confidence with financial administration (invoicing, purchase orders, income tracking).

· Experience supporting events, logistics or hospitality-style coordination.

· Strong data management and spreadsheet skills (basic CRM experience advantageous).

· Excellent communication skills and a professional, friendly manner.

· A genuine interest in community impact and supporting charitable work.

Benefits

Benefits include:

· 23 days of pro-rated annual leave (rising to 28 days after 5 years’ continuous service)

· Generous contributory pension.

· Life assurance, group income protection and an enhanced sick pay scheme.

· Opportunities for training, development, and progression.

· Annual bonus scheme and annual performance pay review.

· Staff social events, free meals on duty and free onsite parking.

· Along with other benefits!
 

The Hurlingham Club is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.

Please note that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within four weeks then unfortunately you were not successful in your application on this occasion.

NCRC is a charity (Charity Number 1082243) working to support families and individuals in the local community who are in need by reason of their youth, infirmity or disablement, poverty or social & economic circumstances.

The CFP Basingstoke is one of NCRC’s projects and supports these objectives by running a furniture & household goods reuse service which allows people to donate items knowing that they will be put to good use in helping others to improve their living conditions and benefiting the most vulnerable members of our local community. The project also provides supported volunteering opportunities and accredited training to adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and/or mental health issues, young people at risk of exclusion from education and youth offenders.

The Retail Supervisor plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the CFP Basingstoke shop. This role involves supervising a diverse team of volunteers and supported volunteers, ensuring a welcoming and efficient retail environment, and occasionally assisting with furniture collections and deliveries by driving the 3.5 tonne project van.

Personal Assistant and Admin Manager

RCN UK HQ (London), Nottingham or Bolton office with hybrid working, 35 hours per week, permanent contract

There may be further flexibility to the locations advertised. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss which alternative office locations may be available.

At the Royal College of Nursing, we're an optimistic organisation. And we've got good reason to be. As the largest trade union of nursing staff and students in the UK - with over half a million members -we can see a brighter future ahead. Join us and you will too.  

RCN activists and workplace representatives are the lifeblood of our union and the voice of the nursing profession. They shape the health policies of the future by organising, lobbying and campaigning for positive change for the nursing profession, for patient care and for a better society. 

Our people are our greatest asset, and we want people who can contribute to our purpose in line with our values.

The role

To provide a comprehensive, professional and confidential Personal Assistant (PA) role to the Head of Activist Learning and Development, through the provision of efficient and effective secretarial, administrative and project administration duties, while working flexibly and collaboratively to support the wider team.

You will manage the administration of the learning programme in planning, member booking systems, reporting and aiding and advising colleagues within the team and across the organisation. In addition, you will line manage our admin colleagues within the team.

This is a varied and demanding role that will put you at the forefront of ensuring that the RCN's members have the influence in the workplace - and the world - that they need.

The person

To join us you'll need experience of providing administrative and PA support at a senior level.

You'll be able to demonstrate a record of being able to prioritise workloads, meet demanding deadlines and manage the work of others.

You will be able to show examples when you have shown leadership and responsible initiative.

Whatever your background, you'll be efficient, accurate, and show a capacity for strategic insight in all you do.

To succeed at the Royal College of Nursing all you need to do is think bigger, better and brighter. And with an attitude like that, anything's possible.

What we offer

We offer an impressive range of benefits, a broad range of learning development opportunities and an award-winning health and wellbeing programme. We offer annual leave up to 32 days plus bank holidays and three additional days for the Christmas break plus generous maternity, adoption, paternity, and shared parental leave packages.

We offer a competitive pay structure with annual pay progression until you reach the top of the salary scale. We normally offer new employees the first point of the salary range, although you may be able to negotiate a higher starting salary depending on your skills, experience and current salary.

We are a diverse organisation and understand everyone has different needs and many of our employees enjoy flexible working enabling them to deliver results whilst having a good work life balance. Our hybrid working model allows for up to 60% of your working time to be carried out from home. At least 40% of your working time will be spent working in person.

Our selection process

Please click the 'apply now' button to apply and answer the supporting questions online demonstrating how you meet the criteria for this role. You may not be shortlisted if you don't. Any identifying information in your application will automatically be anonymised for shortlisting purposes.

We want your experience applying for a job with us to be the best it can be. We can offer flexibility in how we conduct the interview and you are able to attend online if you need to. If you foresee any issues with accessing a computer, webcam, or internet connection for this, please do let us know.

Equal opportunities for everyone

Equity, diversity and inclusion are a priority for us and we aim to foster an inclusive environment so our people can bring their authentic selves to work. This is integral to our mission to enable you to support our members and ensure their voice is heard by all UK governments to get the best outcomes for them and their patients.

We have strong staff networks, a detailed EDI strategy and are actively striving to become an anti-racist organisation. We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and identities.

As proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme we also actively encourage applications from people with disabilities.

Opening date: 23 April 2026

Closing date: 11:59pm 18 May 2026

Assessment and Interview date (at RCN UK HQ, London): 3 June 2026

Candidates will be asked to take part in timed assessments and a formal interview. We will gather information about any reasonable adjustment required ahead of the interview.