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Interim Membership & Education Director 

6-month Fixed-Term Contract | 35 hours per week
Salary: £70,000 (pro rata equivalent)
Hybrid working: Minimum 2 days per week in the London office

Lead change. Strengthen professional standards. Shape the future of membership. We are seeking an experienced and inspiring senior leader to join a leading international professional membership organisation as

Interim Membership & Education Director

This is a significant opportunity to lead membership growth, professional development, education activity and international engagement at a time of organisational transformation. Reporting directly to the CEO and acting as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in delivering strategic priorities, enhancing the member experience and ensuring operational excellence across Membership and Education functions.
Leading a multi-disciplinary team, including international colleagues, you will oversee services spanning membership recruitment and engagement, professional development, examinations, regional group support and international growth initiatives.

What you'll be doing:

• Providing strategic leadership for Membership and Education activities across the organisation.
• Leading and developing managers and teams to deliver high-quality services and operational performance. 
• Driving membership growth, retention and engagement across all membership grades.
• Supporting and strengthening regional and international member communities. 
• Building strong relationships with professional bodies, employers, higher education institutions and sector stakeholders. 
• Leading the implementation of new membership pathways, initiatives and professional development opportunities.
• Managing departmental budgets, forecasting and performance reporting. 
• Championing data governance, compliance and continuous improvement across membership operations.
• Representing the organisation at meetings, events, conferences and external forums.

What we're looking for:

You will bring significant leadership experience within a membership, professional institution, licensing or regulatory environment, alongside a strong understanding of how effective membership strategies can drive growth, engagement and organisational impact.

We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience leading teams and delivering organisational objectives through others.
• Strong knowledge of membership recruitment, retention and progression pathways.
• Experience of working with committees, volunteer networks or governance structures. 
• A track record of delivering complex programmes and organisational improvements involving multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship management skills.
• Confidence presenting at senior level and representing an organisation externally.
• Strong commercial awareness, including budget management and reporting.
• Knowledge of professional development frameworks, compliance and data governance.

Why join?

You'll be joining a globally respected professional institution with a clear purpose: supporting professional excellence, sharing knowledge and helping create a safer and more sustainable future. With an international membership community and a collaborative culture, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact during a pivotal period of change and development. Apply today!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director of Operations & Organisational Effectiveness is responsible for leadingUbele's operational infrastructure and ensuring the organisation has the systems,processes, people, governance and resources required to operate effectively andsustainably.

As a member of the management board, the postholder will work closely with thecurrent CEO and colleagues across the organisation to strengthen organisationaleffectiveness, improve operational performance and create the conditions forsuccessful programme delivery and long-term organisational resilience.

The role will provide leadership across operations, governance, finance oversight,people management, compliance, organisational planning and businessimprovement, ensuring that Ubele's operational foundations support its mission,values and ambitions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational leadership and organisational effectiveness

Lead the development and continuous improvement of organisational systems,processes and operational practices.

Drive organisational effectiveness through improved planning, coordination,accountability and performance management.

Ensure effective operational planning and resource allocation across theorganisation.

Establish and embed clear operational frameworks, policies and procedures

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen delivery and enhanceorganisational performance.

Lead organisational improvement initiatives and support the implementation ofchange programmes where required.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.

People, culture and performance        

Provide leadership for organisational people practices, ensuring effectiveworkforce planning, employee engagement and performance management.

Support managers to develop high-performing and inclusive teams.

Ensure HR policies, procedures and employment practices are effectivelyimplemented.

Lead organisational approaches to performance management, learning andprofessional development.

Contribute to the development of a positive organisational culture that reflectsUbele's values and commitment to equity and inclusion.

Support organisational wellbeing and employee engagement initiatives.

Finance, risk and governance

Work closely with the Finance Lead and CEO to ensure robust financialmanagement, planning and reporting arrangements are in place.

Support the development and monitoring of organisational budgets and financialcontrols.

Ensure effective governance processes are maintained and support high-qualityreporting to the Board.

Lead the development and maintenance of organisational risk managementframeworks.

Oversee organisational compliance with legal, regulatory and statutoryrequirements.

Ensure organisational policies are regularly reviewed, updated and implemented.

Coordinate internal and external audits and compliance reviews.

Programme operations and organisational delivery              

Support effective organisational planning and delivery across programmes,projects and services.

Develop systems and processes that enable effective programme management,monitoring and reporting.

Ensure organisational resources are aligned to operational priorities and deliveryrequirements.                  

Oversee organisational performance reporting and management informationsystems.

Support cross-organisational collaboration and effective communication betweenteams.

Ensure grant, contract and reporting obligations are effectively monitored andfulfilled.

Assets, infrastructure and compliance

Provide operational oversight of Ubele's facilities, assets and organisationalinfrastructure, including supporting Wolves Lane leadership and other operationalresources.

Ensure effective management of suppliers, contractors and operational serviceproviders.

Oversee health and safety, safeguarding, data protection and organisationalcompliance arrangements.

Ensure business continuity and organisational resilience plans are maintained andregularly reviewed.

Maintain appropriate systems and controls to support safe, compliant andeffective operations.

External relationships and organisational representation

Develop effective relationships with operational partners, suppliers, funders andstakeholders as required.

Contribute operational insight and expertise to partnership discussions andorganisational initiatives.

Represent Ubele on operational, governance and organisational matters whereappropriate.

Support the CEO and management board through the provision of high-qualityoperational information, analysis and recommendations.

Person Specification

Skills      

Operational leadership skills, with the ability to drive organisational effectivenessand continuous improvement.

Planning, prioritisation and organisational skills.

People management and leadership skills, including the ability to develop andsupport teams.

Ability to analyse information and use data to support decision-making andperformance improvement.

Financial and commercial awareness.

Communication, influencing and relationship management skills.

Ability to build productive working relationships with colleagues, Board members,partners, funders and external stakeholders.

Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify practical solutions toorganisational challenges.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work within a dynamic and evolvingenvironment.

Report writing, presentation and analytical skills.

Experience

Experience in a senior operational leadership role within a charity, socialenterprise, CIC, public sector or similarly complex organisation.

Experience leading organisational operations, systems, processes and businessimprovement initiatives.

Experience managing organisational change and embedding new ways ofworking.

Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.

Experience overseeing organisational budgets, financial controls and resourceplanning.

Experience supporting governance arrangements and working with Boards andSenior Leadership Teams.

Experience developing and implementing organisational policies, procedures andoperational frameworks.

Experience overseeing risk management, compliance and organisationalassurance processes.

Experience managing contracts, suppliers and operational resources.

Experience supporting the delivery of programmes, projects and services within acomplex organisational environment.

Knowledge

Knowledge of governance, compliance and risk management frameworks.

Knowledge of financial management principles, budgeting and performancereporting.

Knowledge of employment legislation and people management practices.

Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and organisationalcompliance requirements.

Knowledge of organisational development and continuous improvementapproaches.

Understanding of the operational challenges and opportunities facing charities,CICs and social enterprises.

Understanding of equity, inclusion and community-centred approaches toorganisational leadership.

Understanding of the social, economic and structural issues affecting AfricanDiaspora communities and community-led organisations.

Knowledge of grant-funded and contract-funded operating environments.

This role involves responsibility for socially impactful and occasionally emotionallydemanding work. A commitment to wellbeing, reflective leadership, and resilience isessential.

A DBS check may be required depending on Ubele’s programmes.

This job description may evolve as Ubele continues its organisational development.

                                                        The Road Safety Trust Job Description

                                                          Governance Administration Officer

 

 

JOB TITLE: Governance Administration Officer

RESPONSIBLE TO: Governance & Compliance Manager

LOCATION: Remote based but with occasional travel required to the head office of our trading subsidiary company, UKROEd, in Manchester, and nationally throughout the UK and RST meetings in London.

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: 22.5 Hours per week (0.6 FTE) (To include Mon-Weds)

SALARY: £32,043 (FTE1) /£19,225 (Pro Rata)

CLOSING DATE: 16 August 2026

TO APPLY:  CV and Covering Letter Required 

 

About The Road Safety Trust

 The Road Safety Trust (RST)  is the largest independent grant-giving charity in the UK dedicated to enhancing road safety. Established with the mission to achieve zero road deaths and zero serious injuries on UK roads.

The Trust focuses on funding research and practical interventions aimed at reducing road injury and improving safety for all road users.

The Road Safety Trust is the sole member of its wholly owned trading subsidiary company (UKROEd) which operates the National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme (NDORS).

Surpluses from UKROEd are gifted to the Trust each year, enabling the continuous support of various road safety projects and research grants.

The Road Safety Trust values and respects each individual employee, client and customer and is committed to promoting equal opportunities throughout its workforce and board. As such, all relevant applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, disability, or pregnancy status.

Please visit the RST website to see how your personal data will be used. 

  Role Overview

The Governance Administration Officer will be an integral member of the Trust’s Governance and Administration Team, supporting the Governance & Compliance Manager to ensure the effective and efficient administration of governance and compliance activities of the Trust as well as providing administration support to the wider team alongside other administration staff.

Primary Responsibilities

 Governance

1. Provide administrative support to enable effective management of The Road Safety Trust’s Governance and Compliance activities.

2. Support co-ordination of RST Board and Committees. This may include timely preparing meeting packs, taking minutes, following up actions and organising logistics for virtual and physical meetings.

3. Maintain accurate Governance and Compliance registers e.g. conflicts of interest, skills matrices, Terms of Office records and end of year governance documents, ensuring accuracy and validity of information.

4. To ensure documentation in relation to RST Trustees is maintained appropriately.

5. Support Trustee recruitment and induction, coordinate Trustee training, and regulatory reporting.

6. Co-ordinate and monitor Policies and Procedures reviews and maintain the Policies register.

7. Provide support for the internal audit programme, coordinating audit meetings, compiling  documentation and assisting with actions and reports.

8. Support risk management information, including risk registers other compliance activities.

9. Provide support for Board and Committee reports and dashboards to demonstrate progress against key actions and service delivery at RST.

10. Support the preparation of the annual report and organisation of the AGM.

Administration

11. Use Microsoft Office, HR, Finance Systems to ensure RST policies and processes are adhered to.

12. Ensure the provision of information in the relevant sections of SharePoint for easy access by staff as required.

13. Contribute to the organisation of events, workshops and conferences as required.

14. To support the finance function of the Trust as appropriate.

15. Identify and contribute to improvement of processes and procedures. 

16. Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with GDPR and data protection legislation, ensuring safe storage and responsible sharing of data.

17. Support with cover for the rest of the administration team as required.

18. Undertake any other duties reasonably required by the role.

Hybrid - London WC1H - we operate hybrid, flexible working practices with 20% of your time per month being office based

Join the ACU as Head of Communications and Engagement and use your expertise and experience to help us in our mission to be the voice of Commonwealth universities, supporting them to collaborate and to advance their contribution to sustainable development.

Working at the intersection of higher education and international development, The ACU offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference. We are one of the largest, most diverse international university networks, bringing together over 400 members in more than 40 countries, and our official role within the Commonwealth and United Nations affords an impactful platform for advocacy and strategic partnerships.

The role
The Head of Communications and Engagement leads ACU's external voice and its member engagement function, ensuring that our member universities experience ACU as a present, credible and valuable partner. This role is the primary custodian of how ACU communicates with the world and how relationships with members, stakeholders and partners are built, maintained and deepened.

You will develop and lead an integrated communications and engagement strategy, ensuring all activity is strategically aligned, well-coordinated and delivered with maximum impact.

Working closely with the Director, you will provide leadership in shaping the external affairs of the ACU, finding new and creative ways to communicate ACU's work and impact, strengthen our position with key audiences and platform our advocacy messages within the sector and with key decisions makers including at major multilateral forums. You will oversee marketing efforts to drive participation with our member opportunities and for our managed programmes and will be responsible for contract fulfilment for a range of external clients. You will also lead on internal communications in support of our people and culture agenda. 

Working with the Head of Membership and Events and Head of Policy and Research, you will be jointly responsible for the membership strategy, leading an international engagement team to ensure that our offer is visible to members, and our diverse and geographically dispersed network feel engaged and see the value of membership.

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced senior leader who can bring a strategic and an integrated approach to communications and engagement, enjoys working in a collaborative international environment and who will foster creativity and innovation to deliver maximum impact.

You will:

• Bring a track record of leading integrated communications strategies in complex contexts, alongside experience of membership engagement or institutional relationship management at a senior level.
• Have worked at senior level in marketing or communications, be skilled in devising and implementing successful communication strategies and plans, audience segmentation, content creation, delivery and the use of the various channels for effectiveness
• Be comfortable holding the strategic and the relational in equal measure, and understand that in a membership organisation, communications and engagement are two sides of the same endeavour.
• Be a strategic thinker, know how to use data and insight to direct a team's activity, and understand how to design an engagement model that utilises personalised account management and varied communications channels to reach diverse audience segments with targeted messages 
• Be comfortable leading a small, dispersed team- including a network of regional engagement leads across ACU's core geographies - setting strategic direction and supporting consistent standards and autonomous delivery 
• Be energised rather than daunted by breadth: moving between brand strategy and member retention, hands-on delivery and team leadership

What to expect
We see equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our mission and we value the many different perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our collective performance (you can find more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and safeguarding on our website by clicking here). We believe in investing in all our people and creating cultures in which everyone can thrive.

We offer a fantastic package of benefits including:

• 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays (pro rata - part-time employees) and 4 Christmas closure days
• Generous pension scheme – 5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution 
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
• Significant investment into your personal and professional development
• Regular social activities
• Health and wellbeing programmes
• Give as you earn charitable donations scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest-free travel season ticket loan

How to apply
Apply via the apply button which will redirect you to our recruitment portal.

Closing date: 27th August 2026 at 23.45 pm.

Interviews will take place on 7th September 2026.

First stage interviews will take place virtually. A second stage will be conducted in-person at our London office in the week commencing 14/09/2026.

Personal/ Executive Assistant to the Master (Chairman) & the Clerk (CEO)

Location: Skinners' Hall, London EC4
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Working pattern: This is a fully office-based role

About us

The Skinners' Company is one of the Great Twelve Livery Companies of the City of London, with a proud history dating back to 13th century even before its Royal Charter in 1327. Today, the Company is a thriving membership organisation with a significant charitable mission, supporting education, schools, almshouses and charitable initiatives across the UK.

We are seeking an exceptional Personal Assistant to support our Chairman (Master) and CEO (Clerk) from our historic headquarters at Skinners' Hall in the heart of the City of London.

About the role

This is a varied, fast-paced and rewarding role supporting two senior leaders at the centre of a historic organisation. You will be responsible for providing seamless executive support, ensuring the Chairman and CEO are fully prepared for meetings, events and engagements, while playing a key role in the Company's governance and administration.

Working closely with colleagues across the organisation and with senior external stakeholders, you will become a trusted member of a small, dedicated team.

Key responsibilities

• Manage complex diaries, meetings, travel and correspondence for the Chairman and CEO.
• Prepare agendas, papers and supporting documentation for Court, committee and governance meetings. 
• Prepare for, attend and produce accurate, high-quality minutes and action logs for Board, Court, Committee and other governance meetings, ensuring actions are tracked and followed through.
• Draft correspondence, reports, speeches and briefing notes.
• Act as the first point of contact for senior stakeholders, Court Members, committee chairs and external organisations.
• Coordinate annual governance processes, inductions and Company records.
• Support the planning and delivery of Company events, formal dinners, ceremonies and official engagements.
• Maintain accurate records using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues, schools, charities, other Livery Companies and a wide range of external partners.

About you

We're looking for an exceptional Personal Assistant who thrives in a dynamic and multifaceted role. You will be a master of organisation, planning and prioritisation, combining exceptional attention to detail with sound judgement, discretion and a proactive approach. Calm under pressure and confident managing competing priorities, you will take pride in delivering seamless executive support while building trusted relationships with colleagues and senior stakeholders.

You will have:

• Significant experience supporting senior executives and board members.
• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• A calm, professional and discreet approach when handling confidential information especially when supporting the Clerk with personnel matters.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint, with the ability to produce high-quality documents, presentations and reports efficiently.
• Confident using AI-powered productivity tools (such as Calude and ChatGPT) to enhance drafting, research, meeting preparation, document production and administrative workflows while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality and professional judgement.
• Experience supporting governance or board meetings would be advantageous.
• This is primarily an office-based role to support effective collaboration with the Clerk, Master and wider team. Some flexibility for home working may be agreed by mutual arrangement but is not a contractual entitlement.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, based on experience
• Generous pension contribution
• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Discretionary Christmas closure in addition to annual leave
• The opportunity to work from the beautiful and historic Skinners' Hall in the heart of the City of London
• A welcoming, collaborative and supportive working environment in our beautiful open-plan office at the historic Skinners' Hall, where you'll work alongside friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely helpful colleagues who take pride in supporting one another.
• Opportunities to attend Company events and be part of a unique and historic organisation with nearly 700 years of heritage, supporting education, charitable giving and civic life

Recruitment timetable (Please read carefully)

• Closing date for applications: Mid-day Friday, 7 August 2026
• First-round interviews: Online during the week commencing 17 August 2026.
• Second-round interviews: In person at Skinners' Hall week Commencing 24 August 2026.
• Handover: The successful candidate should be available to attend a handover week which will be the week commencing 21 September 2026.
• Start date: Our preferred start date is 21 September 2026. However, we can offer flexibility for the right candidate, provided they are available to attend the handover during the week commencing 21 September 2026.

Redemption Roasters is a social business on a mission to reduce reoffending through coffee. To achieve this, they deliver barista training both in-custody and in the community, with direct routes into employment in their 12 London coffee shops and roastery. Programme participants are then matched with a caseworker to support their transition from the training room into work. To date they have directly hired over 100 participants and their current known reoffending rate for employed participants is 0%. As a social enterprise, Redemption Roasters thinks differently from other specialty coffee companies - they believe profit powers their purpose, and by roasting, serving, and selling exceptional coffee, they are uniquely positioned to help prison leavers start a new chapter.

Redemption Roasters is currently seeking a Head of Impact to lead their work to reduce reoffending. The role is responsible for the company’s social mission, identifying effective and financially sustainable ways to deepen their impact through both their social enterprise and the Redemption Roasters Foundation. The Head of Impact will oversee training and employment support for programme participants in custody and in the community, whilst shaping the strategy for the Impact Department, ensuring programmes are well-run, measurable and financially disciplined. A key part of the role is strong financial leadership - managing budgets, securing funding, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of Redemption's impact work. The role would suit an experienced third sector leader with a strong track record in programme delivery and fundraising, and a passion for enabling people to succeed.

To apply for this opportunity, you will have significant senior leadership experience within charities or social enterprises. You will have outstanding financial management capability, including developing and managing budgets, understanding unit economics, and rigorously reporting on financial performance. You will have exceptional communication skills with the ability to forge relationships and partnerships for the benefit of service growth and will be commercially astute. Overall, you will be a dynamic senior leader, passionate about delivering high quality future-focussed services that empower and transform people’s lives.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please initially submit your CV (in Word format). Suitable candidates will then be contacted and will be asked to complete a supporting statement (cover letters are not required at this stage).         

Redemption Roasters is an international and multicultural business with customers, suppliers, and employees from across the globe. Fostering diversity in the workplace is both right and good for business. Gender, belief, ethnicity, origins, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, age or history of incarceration doesn't matter. If you perform, you'll fit in, whoever you are. We welcome applications from people with backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in the specialty coffee industry.

If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process please reach out directly to Victoria at Prospectus.

Please note this role is based onsite at Redemption Roaster’s Head Office in King’s Cross.
 

The Commercial and Estates Director provides strategic and operational leadership of the Quakers in Britain Commercial and Estates teams, and in addition is a part of the Quakers in Britain Senior Leadership Team.

You may or may not be a Quaker, but you’ll be confident working in an environment where our values of simplicity, truth, equality, peace and sustainability are at the forefront of our decision-making. You'll have a track record of applying these values in commercial contexts, as well as a sympathy with the wider Quaker faith and aims.

You will ideally bring a record of achievement in:

• Leadership and management of a multidisciplinary team in the attractions or conferencing sector with knowledge of buildings and facility management, either in the private sector or as part of a complex commercial arm in the public or voluntary sectors.
• Innovative and creative business development.
• Experience in marketing and developing a strong customer base.

For further information and for details on how to apply, please visit our website.

Closing date: 8am on Monday, 24 August 2026.

Shortlisting: w/c Monday, 31 August 2026.

Informal discussions: w/c Monday, 7 September 2026.

Formal interviews: Monday, 14 September 2026.

Quakers are committed to equality and welcome applicants from all identities and backgrounds. Selection is based solely on skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. We aim to prevent age, belief, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, neurodivergence, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or social class from being a barrier to employment. We aim for an equitable, user-friendly application process, and reasonable adjustments can be made if needed. As a Quaker organisation we expect all applicants and employees to uphold our values.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All candidates will undergo pre-employment checks in line with our Safer Recruitment guidelines.

Help make healthcare work better for people experiencing homelessness  

Thank you for your interest in joining Groundswell. 

We're looking for someone who believes everyone should be able to access healthcare with dignity, whatever their circumstances. 

As our Homeless Health Peer Advocacy (HHPA) Development Manager, you'll help make that happen by building the partnerships that enable people experiencing homelessness to access the healthcare they need. 

At Groundswell, we know that good services alone aren't enough. Lasting change happens when health, housing and homelessness organisations work together around the person, sharing responsibility, building trust and removing barriers to care. This role exists to make that collaboration happen in practice. 

Working across London, you'll strengthen partnerships, improve referral pathways and help embed HHPA within local systems so that more people can access timely, coordinated and person-centred healthcare. You'll also lead our Health Promotion programme, support the development of staff and volunteers, and help shape the future growth of the service. 

This is an opportunity to improve individual lives by helping organisations work better together. Through your leadership, you'll help create a more connected health and homelessness system—one where people experiencing homelessness can access healthcare with confidence, dignity and choice. 

If you're passionate about collaboration, committed to tackling health inequalities and excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of Homeless Health Peer Advocacy, we'd love to hear from you. 

About Groundswell 

For 30 years we've worked alongside people with lived experience to develop practical solutions that improve health, reduce inequalities and create opportunities for lasting change. We believe that people who have experienced homelessness are experts in the barriers they face and should play a central role in designing services and shaping the systems that affect them.  

Today, Groundswell delivers peer-led services, helping thousands of people each year access healthcare, improve their wellbeing and influence the systems that affect their lives. As HHPA Development Manager, you'll join a supportive organisation that believes lasting change happens through relationships, partnership and involving people with lived experience at all levels.  

Our Vision 

Our vision is for a society which is fair, inclusive and equal. 

We need equitable access to a healthier life and a better future for anyone with experience of homelessness. 

Our Mission 

Our mission is to bring people together to: 

• Amplify voices of people with lived experience to create solutions to homelessness and health inequalities. 

• Stand in solidarity and champion their rights, to create positive change. 

Our Strategy 

We co-produced our strategy with staff and volunteers with experience of homelessness. We’re proud to have remained true to our values of participation and co-production. 

Stronger Voices, Healthier Lives, Better Futures, Greater Together 

People with experience of homelessness must inform the solutions – because they understand the problems people face. 

At every stage, we will hear, unite and amplify more voices of people with lived experience to speak out. Through participation we will build a stronger, more inclusive community to create change – through our organisation, in services, our sectors and wider society, locally and nationally. 

Homelessness is a health emergency. 

We will work to end health inequalities for people who have or are experiencing homelessness through advocacy, practical support, information and by influencing people, policy and services. 

Everyone deserves a better, more hopeful life and future. 

Lived experience of homelessness can lead to barriers that impact people’s life chances. 

Recognising the potential in everyone, we will provide more opportunities and support for people with experience of homelessness to progress if, and when, they are ready. 

We can’t achieve our goals alone – we are more impactful when we pull together. 

We will become more effective and sustainable, building on our culture of relationships, compassion and transparency, and working closely with partners to learn, share and create change. 

How Homeless Health Peer Advocacy Works 

HHPA helps people experiencing homelessness overcome the barriers that prevent them accessing healthcare. 

Many people face significant challenges navigating health services. Appointments can be difficult to attend, treatment can be confusing, and previous experiences of stigma, trauma or exclusion can make healthcare feel inaccessible. Without the right support, people often delay seeking help until their health has deteriorated. 

"I need someone with me that I know that I can trust. I wouldn't do things like that on my own." 

HHPA Client 

HHPA provides practical, person-centred support that helps people access the care they need while building the confidence to manage their own health. Rather than providing one-off interventions, HHPA works alongside people over time, developing trusted relationships, responding flexibly to changing needs and supporting people to become more confident and independent. 

The service combines the expertise of skilled Caseworkers with the unique insight of trained volunteer Peer Advocates who have lived experience of homelessness. Together they provide one-to-one advocacy, practical support and health promotion to help people: 

• register with healthcare services 

• prepare for and attend appointments 

• understand treatment and care plans 

• navigate hospital admission and discharge 

• access wider health and wellbeing services 

• make informed decisions about their health 

• become increasingly confident in managing their own health. 

Alongside one-to-one support, HHPA delivers peer-led health promotion in hostels, day centres, outreach settings and other community spaces. Through informal conversations and group activities, Peer Advocates share accessible information about physical health, mental health and wellbeing, encourage preventative healthcare, identify unmet health needs and help people access support earlier. These conversations often provide the first step towards engaging with healthcare, creating trusted pathways into ongoing advocacy and reducing the need for crisis intervention. 

Rather than doing things for people, HHPA works alongside them—building trust, reducing barriers and enabling people to become active participants in their own healthcare. This relational, peer-led approach improves individual health outcomes while strengthening partnerships across health, housing and homelessness services, helping more people access coordinated, person-centred care.  

The Role 

The HHPA Development Manager is a key leadership role within Groundswell's HHPA service. 

You'll help shape how people experiencing homelessness access healthcare by strengthening partnerships across London's health, housing and homelessness system while leading the continued development of our Health Promotion programme. 

People experiencing homelessness often interact with multiple services but still experience fragmented care, missed opportunities for prevention and barriers to accessing the support they need. HHPA bridges these gaps through trusted relationships, peer-led advocacy and health promotion. This role helps create the partnerships, systems and programmes that make that possible. 

This isn't a traditional partnership management role focused on maintaining stakeholder relationships. It's a practical, hands-on leadership role that brings organisations together, supports colleagues to deliver excellent services and identifies opportunities to improve how healthcare is delivered and experienced. 

Working closely with the Services Director, Systems Manager and Health and Social Care Lead, you'll help ensure HHPA remains well connected, continually improving and responsive to changing need. 

The role combines five key areas of responsibility: 

Leading the Service  
Providing day-to-day operational leadership, supporting colleagues and helping ensure HHPA is delivered safely, consistently and effectively. 

Building Partnerships  
Developing strong relationships with NHS organisations, local authorities, homelessness services and voluntary organisations to embed HHPA and strengthen collaborative working. 

Leading Health Promotion  
Developing and overseeing Groundswell's Health Promotion and In-Reach programme, working with partners to deliver accessible, peer-led health promotion that encourages earlier engagement with healthcare. 

Growing HHPA  
Using learning from frontline delivery and partnership working to improve services, develop new approaches and support the expansion of HHPA into new boroughs and communities. 

Developing People  
Supporting, developing and inspiring staff and volunteers through reflective supervision, shared learning and a culture that values lived experience, collaboration and continuous improvement. 

Together, these responsibilities make this a varied and influential role where you'll help shape both the future of HHPA and the wider health and homelessness system. 

Role Description 

As HHPA Development Manager, you'll provide operational leadership for key areas of Groundswell's Homeless Health Peer Advocacy service. 

You'll lead the development of strategic partnerships, oversee the delivery and growth of our Health Promotion programme, support and develop staff and volunteers, and identify opportunities to strengthen and expand HHPA. 

Working closely with the Services Director, Systems Manager and Health and Social Care Lead, you'll help ensure the service is well connected, evidence-informed and continually improving, so that more people experiencing homelessness can access timely, coordinated and person-centred healthcare. 

Building Partnerships: 

Develop trusted relationships across health, housing and homelessness services so organisations work together more effectively and people experiencing homelessness can access timely, coordinated healthcare. 

• Build and sustain relationships with NHS organisations, local authorities, homelessness services and community partners. 

• Support the Services Director to develop relationships with commissioners and strategic partners. 

• Represent Groundswell at operational meetings, networks and multidisciplinary teams. 

• Champion peer-led health advocacy and the involvement of people with lived experience. 

• Work with partners to identify shared challenges and develop practical solutions. 

Embedding HHPA in Local Systems: 

Help ensure HHPA becomes an established and valued part of local health and homelessness systems by strengthening collaboration and improving access to the service. 

• Embed HHPA within partner organisations' day-to-day practice.  

• Strengthen collaboration between HHPA staff and local services.  

• Develop and improve referral pathways.  

• Support timely, appropriate referrals and monitor referral activity. 

• Identify and resolve barriers to effective partnership working. 

• Work with the Systems Manager to strengthen systems that support collaboration. 

Leading Health Promotion: 

Lead the development of Groundswell's peer-led Health Promotion and In-Reach programme, helping people engage with healthcare earlier through accessible, trauma-informed support in hostels, day centres and community settings. 

• Develop partnerships that expand Health Promotion opportunities.  

• Oversee delivery across boroughs.  

• Develop accessible health information with communications colleagues.  

• Monitor quality, impact and learning and produce reports for funders  

• Ensure activities are delivered safely, including venue risk assessments where required.  

Leading and Developing People: 

Create a supportive, high-performing culture where staff and volunteers can thrive. 

• Line manage a team of Caseworkers and support volunteers.   

• Provide reflective supervision that encourages learning, wellbeing and high-quality practice.   

• Promote continuous learning and reflective practice.   

• Working alongside the Volunteer Management team, support volunteer recruitment, induction and ongoing development.   

• Foster collaboration, accountability and shared learning across teams.   

• Use coaching and asset-based approaches to help staff and volunteers recognise their strengths, build their skills and reach their potential.  

Improving Services: 

Use learning from partnerships, health promotion and complex casework to strengthen HHPA and improve system responses. 

• Work with the Health and Social Care Lead to improve multi-agency responses.  

• Identify opportunities to develop and expand HHPA.  

• Support the introduction of services in new boroughs.  

• Share innovation and best practice across the organisation.  

• Contribute to continuous improvement.  

Supporting Service Delivery: 

Alongside your strategic responsibilities, you'll help ensure HHPA delivers a responsive, safe and reliable service every day. 

• Participate in the HHPA duty system, including occasional early and late shifts.  

• Maintain effective communication with partners around referrals and triage.  

• Work with colleagues to resolve operational challenges.  

General Responsibilities: 

As a member of the HHPA leadership team, you'll contribute to the wider development of Groundswell. 

• Contribute to organisational planning and Team Leads meetings.  

• Champion equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice.  

• Promote trauma-informed, strengths-based and person-centred approaches.  

• Ensure all work reflects Groundswell's values and commitment to lived experience.  

• Undertake other duties appropriate to the role.  

What Success Looks Like 

Success in this role is measured not simply by the partnerships you build, but by the difference those partnerships—and Groundswell's Health Promotion programme—make to people's lives and to the way health and homelessness services work together. 

In your first year, you will have: 

• Built trusted partnerships across London's health, housing and homelessness system, establishing Groundswell as a valued and reliable partner.  

• Embedded HHPA within local services, strengthening referral pathways and making it easier for people experiencing homelessness to access timely, coordinated healthcare.  

• Led and developed Groundswell's Health Promotion and In-Reach programme, expanding peer-led health promotion across London and creating more opportunities for people to engage with healthcare earlier, in trusted community settings.  

• Supported and developed Caseworkers, volunteers and colleagues, creating a positive culture of reflection, collaboration and continuous learning.  

• Worked alongside colleagues and partner organisations to improve responses for people with complex needs, removing barriers to healthcare and strengthening multidisciplinary working.  

• Used learning from partnerships and frontline delivery to improve existing services, support innovation and contribute to the growth of HHPA into new boroughs.  

• Helped strengthen the wider health and homelessness system by promoting earlier intervention, improving collaboration and ensuring more people experiencing homelessness can access healthcare with dignity, confidence and choice.  

Above all, you'll have created the conditions that enable both excellent health advocacy and impactful Health Promotion to thrive. By bringing organisations together, supporting colleagues and volunteers, and embedding peer-led approaches within local systems, you'll help more people experiencing homelessness access healthcare earlier, experience better outcomes and receive more connected, compassionate and person-centred support. 

Working as Part of the HHPA Leadership Structure 

These roles work closely together, combining strategic leadership, operational delivery, partnership development and specialist expertise to ensure HHPA is safe, effective and continually improving. 

The HHPA service is delivered through a collaborative leadership model: 

• Services Director  
  Provides strategic direction, secures funding, and holds overall accountability for delivery, performance and growth.  

• Systems Manager  
  Designs and maintains the systems, processes and infrastructure that enable safe, efficient and compliant delivery.  

• Health and Social Care Lead   
  Leads on supporting individuals facing the greatest barriers, providing specialist knowledge and navigating complex health and social care systems.  

• Development Manager (this role)  
  Ensures HHPA is embedded within local systems and relationships, so that partnerships translate into effective access to healthcare in practice.  

Together, these roles ensure the service is: 

• Well designed (systems)  

• Well connected (development)  

• Effective for those with greatest need (health and social care)  

• Strategically led and sustainable (director)  

Our work is: 

• Person-centred — responding to individual needs  

• Peer-led — shaped by lived experience  

• Collaborative — built through partnership  

• Rights-based — focused on access and equity  

• System-focused — working to create lasting change  

We understand that care is demonstrated through consistent, reliable and thoughtful practice — in how we communicate, follow up, and deliver support. 

Person Specification 

At Groundswell, we know there is no single route to becoming a great manager. You may have gained your experience through paid work, volunteering, community organising, supporting people experiencing homelessness or other forms of social exclusion, or through your own lived experience. We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds who share our values and commitment to improving people's lives. 

We're looking for someone who shares our values, enjoys building relationships and wants to help create a health and homelessness system that works better for everyone. 

What We're Looking For 

A) Core Requirements: 

We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: 

1. Experience of building and developing partnerships across health, housing, homelessness or voluntary sector organisations dealing with similar issues.  
2. Experience of leading, supporting or managing staff and helping others to develop.  
3. Experience of working collaboratively across organisations to improve services or outcomes.  
4. The ability to build trusted relationships with a wide range of people, including frontline staff, senior managers, commissioners and people with lived experience.  
5. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and work effectively in a complex environment.  
6. Sound judgement when responding to risk, safeguarding concerns and sensitive situations.  
7. A commitment to Groundswell's values of lived experience leadership, participation, equity, compassion and collaboration.  

B) Knowledge and Experience: 

The successful candidate is likely to have knowledge or experience of: 

Essential: 

1. The barriers people experiencing homelessness face when accessing healthcare.   
2. Health, housing and adult social care systems, and how they work together.   
3. Trauma-informed, strengths-based and person-centred approaches.   
4. Building partnerships that improve services and outcomes.   
5. Safeguarding, professional boundaries and information sharing.   
6. Contributing to service development, quality improvement or organisational learning.   
7. Microsoft 365: Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook  

Desirable: 

1. London's health and homelessness landscape.   
2. Health Promotion, outreach or community engagement.   
3. Co-production, peer-led services or lived experience leadership.   
4. Developing services across multiple sites or boroughs.   
5. Working within a duty-based or high-volume service.   
6. Salesforce or another case management or CRM system.   
7. Using coaching and asset-based approaches to support people to develop their skills, confidence and independence.  

C) Personal Qualities: 

We're looking for someone who is: 

1. An excellent relationship builder who enjoys bringing people together around a shared purpose.   
2. Compassionate, approachable and respectful in the way they work with colleagues, partners and people using our services.   
3. Curious and reflective, always looking for opportunities to learn and improve.   
4. Confident working across organisational boundaries and able to influence through collaboration rather than authority.   
5. Adaptable and comfortable working in a changing environment where no two days are the same.   
6. Passionate about reducing health inequalities and improving access to healthcare for people experiencing homelessness.   
7. Reflective and solution-focused, with a commitment to learning and continuous improvement.  

We'd Particularly Welcome Applications from People Who Have: 

• Lived experience of homelessness or another form of social exclusion. 

• Experience of working in partnership with local communities.  

• Experience of co-production or supporting people with lived experience to shape services.  

• A commitment to using lived experience to influence systems and improve outcomes.  

Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruitment: 

Groundswell is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from people with lived experience of homelessness, migration, the criminal justice system, mental ill health, substance use or other forms of social exclusion. 

We recognise that no one candidate will meet every requirement. If you believe you have the skills, values and potential to succeed in this role, we'd encourage you to apply. 

Why Join Groundswell 

Meaningful Work 

This is an opportunity to improve not just individual lives, but the way services work together. 

As HHPA Development Manager, you'll help shape partnerships that make healthcare more accessible for people experiencing homelessness. Your work will influence how organisations collaborate, how services are designed and how people experience care. Every partnership you strengthen and every barrier you help remove has the potential to improve health outcomes for people who are too often excluded from healthcare. 

A Supportive Team 

We're a values-led organisation where collaboration, compassion and lived experience shape everything we do. You'll work alongside experienced colleagues who are committed to learning from one another and supporting each other to do challenging work well. 

We believe good leadership is rooted in reflection, openness and trust. Through regular supervision, reflective practice and close collaboration across the HHPA leadership team, you'll have the support and autonomy to develop your ideas, build strong partnerships and make a lasting contribution. 

Learn and Grow 

HHPA is continuing to grow, creating exciting opportunities to influence the future of the service. 

You'll have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of health inequalities, partnership working and systems change, while developing your leadership skills and contributing to the expansion of Homeless Health Peer Advocacy across London. Whether you're looking to broaden your expertise, lead new initiatives or help shape the future direction of the service, we'll support your professional development every step of the way. 

Benefits 

We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and work-life balance, including: 

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.  

• 5% employer pension contribution.  

• Flexible and hybrid working, where service delivery allows.  

• A compressed hours working pattern is available.  

• Regular reflective practice and high-quality supervision.  

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.  

• A supportive, inclusive and values-led working environment.  

Be Part of Something Bigger 

At Groundswell, we believe everyone should be able to access healthcare with dignity, whatever their circumstances. 

By joining us, you'll help create stronger partnerships, more connected services and a fairer health system for people experiencing homelessness. You'll work alongside colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations who share a commitment to collaboration, lived experience and lasting systems change. 

Better partnerships create better healthcare. 

By bringing organisations together, supporting colleagues and strengthening the systems around people experiencing homelessness, you'll help ensure more people receive the care they need, when they need it. 

If you're looking for a role where you can influence services, build lasting partnerships and help create fairer access to healthcare, we'd love to hear from you. 

Application and Interview Process

Please let us know if you would like to request any accommodations or adjustments throughout the application and interview process. We will be very happy to support these wherever possible to give all applicants the best opportunity to showcase their skills and experience.

We encourage our candidates to draw from their personal and professional experiences, skills, knowledge and passion for our work in their applications, as we believe this will be the best representation of why you are the right fit for the role. While we acknowledge that Generative AI can be a useful tool when used selectively, we do not believe it can replace the authenticity each individual can bring to their application. Therefore, we ask you to consider carefully any use of Generative AI throughout the application process.  

1. Application 

To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter. The cover letter should explain:

• How you meet each of the areas outlined in the person specification above  

• Why you are interested in doing this job at Groundswell.

The deadline for applications is 10am on Monday 17th August.

1. Interviews 

Interviews will be held online on the week beginning August 24th. 

If you do not have a computer or a suitable space to do an online interview, we can arrange for you to come into our office.

We are a small charity with limited resources and are unable to give individualised feedback on unsuccessful applications before the interview stage.

1. Pre-employment checks 

The job offer for the successful candidate will be subject to a reference and DBS check.

Many thanks for taking the time to look into this role – it is an exciting opportunity, and we hope you will consider applying. 

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Help maximise the impact of community solar

South East London Community Energy (SELCE) is looking for a Solar Engagement & Asset Management Officer to help maximise the performance and impact of community-owned solar across South East London.

You'll play a unique role combining technical asset management with community engagement. Working across our operational solar portfolio and various innovative programmes, you'll help ensure solar installations perform at their best, bring underperforming systems back into use and build the next generation of local solar expertise.

From monitoring the performance of SELCE's solar portfolio, to helping schools recover the full value of their existing solar installations and mentoring volunteers through various programme, you'll help ensure every solar panel delivers the greatest possible environmental and community benefit.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with technical solar knowledge who enjoys solving problems, working with people and helping communities benefit from renewable energy.

Key Responsibilities

Solar Asset Management

You'll help maximise the performance and reliability of SELCE's growing portfolio of community-owned solar installations.

• Monitor operational solar performance using online platforms.
• Analyse generation data and identify underperforming systems.
• Coordinate fault investigation and maintenance contractors.
• Maintain technical records and asset documentation.
• Produce performance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate invoicing and Feed in Tariff claims
• Support the coordination and delivery of O&M plans and scheduling
• Support warranty claims, maintenance planning and performance optimisation.

Project Delivery Support

• Support delivery of SELCE's renewable energy and decarbonisation projects.
• Assist with site surveys, data collection and technical assessments.
• Prepare and maintain project records and documentation.
• Support funding monitoring, reporting and evaluation.
• Provide operational and administrative support across current and future projects.

Domestic Solar Engagement

Support SELCE's volunteer programme helping residents purchase solar with confidence.

• Recruit, train and support volunteers.
• Deliver training in solar technologies, consumer protection and quality assurance.
• Support household assessments.
• Review and quality assure solar designs.
• Support collective purchasing campaigns.
• Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes.

Community Engagement

Represent SELCE across South East London.

• Deliver workshops and attend community events.
• Build relationships with schools, residents and partners.
• Promote community-owned solar and consumer protection.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience working with commercial or domestic solar PV systems.
• Good understanding of solar monitoring platforms and performance analysis.
• Knowledge of solar PV components and common faults.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Experience of making presentations, or teaching, or supporting adult learning
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Enthusiasm for community energy and the energy transition.

Desirable

• Experience of solar asset management.
• Experience producing technical reports.
• Experience working with schools or local authorities.
• Experience recruiting or supervising volunteers.
• Knowledge of MCS standards and UK solar industry best practice.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• 15 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• 4% employer pension contribution
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) for agreed evening and weekend work
• The opportunity to help shape one of the UK's leading community energy organisations

About SELCE

South East London Community Energy (SELCE) is an award-winning, member-owned energy cooperative creating a fair and just energy transition. Through community finance we develop renewable energy projects, help residents improve the energy efficiency of their homes and tackle fuel poverty.

Our growing solar portfolio supplies clean electricity to schools, community buildings and other organisations across South East London. Surplus income is reinvested into programmes supporting vulnerable households. Our work has received national recognition, including Community Energy Project at the British Renewable Energy Awards 2026.

Why Join SELCE?

You'll join one of the UK's leading community energy organisations at an exciting period of growth. Your work will improve the performance of renewable energy systems, reduce carbon emissions, lower energy costs for schools and community organisations, help residents invest confidently in solar and support local people to develop valuable green skills.

As a small, ambitious organisation you'll work directly with senior colleagues and enjoy genuine responsibility while making a measurable contribution to the transition to a fairer energy system.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

SELCE values diversity and is committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from people currently underrepresented within the renewable energy sector.

Location: Ideally London, however, we will accept applications from either Birmingham or Manchester as well. This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days in the office per week, and you must be prepared to travel regularly. 

1st stage interviews: 17/08 and 18/08 over Teams 

2nd stage interviews: 21/08 face-to-face (Location TBC)

For more information or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our careers site.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future workforce behind some of the UK's most impactful programmes for young people. As Major Projects Lead – People, you'll sit at the heart of strategic growth, working alongside a dedicated People Partnering team, leading the people agenda for major bids, contract mobilisations and large-scale public sector opportunities. Working across senior stakeholders, you'll turn ambitious plans into practical workforce solutions, ensuring we're ready not just for day one of a contract, but for years beyond.

Working collaboratively with experienced People Partners, we're looking for someone who thrives in complex project environments, enjoys creating structure from ambiguity and can think several steps ahead. Alongside the People Partners, you'll be assessing workforce implications before contracts are won, building mobilisation plans when they are secured, and helping the organisation anticipate what happens when programmes evolve, expand or end in three to four years' time. Your work will directly influence organisational readiness, sustainable growth and the impact we deliver to young people across the UK.

You'll be responsible for:

• Leading the people workstream for major bids, tenders and strategic growth projects.
• Designing workforce plans, operating models and mobilisation strategies for new contracts.
• Assessing organisational, workforce, TUPE and change implications of new opportunities.
• Driving contract mobilisation activity across recruitment, onboarding, learning and organisational readiness.
• Identifying future workforce risks and opportunities, ensuring long-term capability planning is built into decision making.
• Working with senior leaders to shape workforce strategies that balance service delivery, colleague experience and commercial objectives.

You'll thrive in this role if you bring:

• Significant experience in workforce planning, organisational design, transformation, change or programme delivery.
• A track record of leading complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Experience translating business or contractual requirements into practical workforce solutions.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to think strategically about future workforce needs.
• Excellent project management, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of public sector contracts, mobilisation programmes, organisational design and ideally TUPE legislation.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need a Major Projects Lead - People? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of staff! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events, etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people who can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer, and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 4116 

Lead a pioneering organisation transforming refugee lives through employment

Chief Executive

Salary: £95k–£99k (including London Weighting)

Location: London | Regular travel to Birmingham, Manchester and other parts of the UK; minimum 60% office-based, with a greater office presence expected initially.

This mission-driven charity supports refugees to build new lives through meaningful employment. Since 2015, it has helped thousands of individuals gain skills, confidence and access to work—unlocking financial independence, purpose and long-term opportunity.

With over 500,000 refugees now living in the UK and facing significant barriers to employment, the need for high-quality, targeted support has never been greater. The organisation works with individuals, employers and partners to create pathways into sustainable employment while driving systemic change across the sector.

We are now seeking an exceptional Chief Executiveto lead the organisation into its next phase of impact.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally recognised charity at a pivotal moment. With responsibility for strategy, operations, partnerships and fundraising, the CEO will work closely with the Board of Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to scale impact, deepen employer and funder relationships, and ensure the organisation continues to deliver high-quality, life-changing support.

As the public face of the charity, you will play a critical role in building influence, championing the power of employment to transform lives, and strengthening partnerships across business, philanthropy, government and civil society.

We are interested in hearing from leaders who bring:

• Significant experience as a Chief Executive, or as a senior leader within a large social impact organisation.
• Experience developing and implementing organisational strategy, including vision-setting and leading associated change management.
• Significant experience developing strategic partnerships with corporate funders and partner organisations to drive income growth and create employment opportunities for beneficiaries.
• The ability to motivate and inspire staff and volunteers at all levels to maximise their contribution to the organisation's mission.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders and represent the organisation externally.
• A deep commitment to equity, inclusion and embedding lived experience in decision-making and organisational culture.
• Experience operating within charity governance frameworks and working effectively with Boards.

This is an opportunity to lead a talented and committed team, work alongside an ambitious Board, and make a profound difference to the lives of refugees across the UK.

To find out more about the role and how to apply, please view the appointment brief on Prospectus website.

Recruitment Timetable

Closing date: 9th August
Interviews with Prospectus: Week commencing 24th August
Interviews with Breaking Barriers: 11th September

Do you want to help us make a lasting difference to the lives of dogs and their owners?
We’re searching for an experienced Legacy Officer, who will play a vital role in ensuring every gift left to Dogs Trust in a will reaches its full potential. This role sits at the heart of our work, as every legacy makes a difference to the dogs we support.

What does this role do?
As a Legacy Officer, you will: 

• manage a caseload of pecuniary, specific, life interest, and residuary legacies, ensuring the charity receives its full entitlement and maximising value where possible,
• liaise with external stakeholders, such as executors or solicitors, handling sensitive conversations efficiently and professionally,
• review estate accounts, including the allocation of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Inheritance Tax (IHT), to confirm estates are correctly administered,
• represent the charity’s interests in all legacy-related correspondence, handling queries from legal professionals and the public with professionalism,
• maintain accurate records using the First Class 4 database, support with reporting, and escalate significant matters to senior legal staff as needed.

Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 17th August 2026, and will take place at our London office.

Could this be you?
With proven experience in legacy administration, you will have good knowledge of wills, probate, tax and trust law. With excellent attention to detail, you will be highly organised and able to demonstrate experience of managing and prioritising own caseload. A certificate in Charity Legacy Administration is desirable. 

About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
 
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Job title: Finance Lead
Contract: Temporary (3+ Months)
Locatiom: Hybrid (London office/remote working)
Pay rate: £24.04 - £25.11 per hourplus holiday pay
Hours: Monday-Friday 36 hours per week


Weare supporting a small, publicly funded organisation to recruit an experienced Finance Lead on a temporary basis for an initial 3-month period. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected organisation with a national remit. With a workforce of around 22 employees and a small, collaborative corporate services team, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function. The organisation operates in a public-sector environment and works closely with external stakeholders, auditors and governance committees.

Key Responsibilities

To lead on the Finance and Corporate Management Information for the Commission, including financial reporting, external returns, banking, budgeting and budget management, financial projections, capital and internal audit.

• Lead day-to-day finance operations and financial stewardship.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Produce management information, financial reports and expenditure analysis.
• Complete bank reconciliations, month-end processes and financial controls
• Liaise with external auditors and support audit preparation.
• Support risk management, governance and committee reporting.
• Work closely with operational managers and senior stakeholders on budget monitoring and financial matters.

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) or a strong qualified-by-experience finance professional.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting and financial planning.
• Strong management reporting skills, including variance analysis and financial commentary.
• Experience of month-end processes, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing financial information for auditors.
• Ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders, budget holders and non-finance managers.
• Strong understanding of financial governance, policies and procedures.
• Experience within a public sector, regulatory, charity or publicly funded organisation would be highly desirable

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

We're looking for a passionate and community-minded Digital Communities and Creator Fundraising Officer to help us grow our presence across the creator, gaming and digital communities’ space.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands online communities and digital culture, and who can build meaningful relationships with content creators, contacts in the games industry and our supporters. You'll play a key role in delivering innovative fundraising campaigns, nurturing our online communities and helping to develop new opportunities that generate income and awareness for Samaritans.

Contract terms:

• £32,500 & £35,000 (FTE) per annum, plus benefits
• Fixed Term Contract (18 months)
• 35 hours per week (full time) – we will also consider part time or job share
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences
• Hybrid, linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office
• We value meeting in person and working collaboratively. We work in person around 2 days or more per month
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata)

What you'll be doing:

Reporting to the Events Fundraising Manager for Gaming and Streaming, you'll support the delivery and growth of creator-led and digital fundraising programmes. Working across fundraising, digital and marketing teams, you'll help engage supporters, strengthen community relationships and create exceptional experiences that inspire long-term involvement.

Whether you're moderating conversations in online spaces, supporting fundraising events, identifying new creators to work with or gathering insights to improve performance, you'll be at the heart of Samaritans' engagement with digital communities.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging fundraising campaigns and events for content creators, gamers and digital communities.
• Build and nurture relationships with supporters through online community management, social media engagement and tailored stewardship.
• Identify and engage new creator and community fundraising opportunities, including representing Samaritans at industry events.
• Use data, insights and supporter feedback to improve performance, grow income and enhance the supporter experience.
• Provide fundraising guidance and support to ensure supporters have a positive and compliant fundraising journey.

What you’ll bring:

Essential

• Experience in fundraising, community management or a similar relationship-focused role.
• Knowledge of creator, gaming or digital communities, with experience growing and engaging online audiences.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, both online and in person.
• Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A data-driven approach, using insights to improve performance and engagement.
• Confidence using digital tools and platforms, including Microsoft Office.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to work sensitively in a mental health-focused environment.

Desirable

• Experience in charity fundraising or supporter engagement.
• Knowledge of platforms such as Tiltify and creator-led fundraising.
• Experience representing an organisation at events, conventions or expos.
• Experience using CRM systems or databases.

For full details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification

Why Samaritans?

At Samaritans, you’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We offer flexible hybrid working, great benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland. To find out more about Samaritans, please read our recruitment brochure.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people we support and who support us. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels seen, heard and supported, at all levels of the organisation.

Apply now

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love for you to apply. You will be asked to answer some short application questions and to upload your CV. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Applications close: midnight on 31st August 2026

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 4th September

Online Interviews: 9th & 10th September

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. We recognise that some candidates may use assistive technology or tools to help with accessibility, structure or grammar.