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Are you passionate about tackling the issues faced by young people such as school absence, loneliness and career opportunities, and determined in supporting their development of life and employability skills? Then there is a place for you at WeMindTheGap. 

We are seeking a special person to fill a new role, Director of Operations. You will bridge the gap between our Board of Trustees, CEO and Operational Delivery. You will be responsible for turning our 5-year plan into high-quality sustainable action while ensuring that our culture remains the golden thread running through everything we do. To do this you will need to be able to effectively manage our growing team of circa 31 staff, line manage our Senior Leadership Team, maximise our yearly budget of roughly £1.7 million, and monitor and report on our Key Performance Indicators directly to our CEO.

Over the last decade, WeMindTheGap has walked alongside the most amazing young people aged 11–25yrs who have fallen through the gaps to find their place in the world. However, sadly, factors such as the Covid-19 pandemic mean that the need for our programmes is greater than ever.  

That is why we have launched an ambitious 5-year plan to deepen our impact and expand our ‘Villages’. Through our place-based approach and continuum of five programmes, we provide our 'Gappies' with work and life skills opportunities, a sense of belonging in their communities, and a chance to build independent, fulfilling lives. 

If you are an individual who thrives in social system changes, complex systems work, if you are driven by purpose and want to be part of an organisation that changes the lives of young people today and for our future generations, we want to hear from you. 

Location: In-person at our WeConnect Hubs (Wrexham, Flintshire, Cheshire) 
Salary: £50,000 
Hours: Full-time, 5 days a week (37.5 hours) 
Start Date: ASAP, ideally by 01/05/2026 (negotiable) 
Contract: Permanent 
Deadline: 12:00pm, 11th of March 2026

To find out more and how to apply, please download and read our full ‘Director of Operations - Recruitment Pack’. 

Please note, the deadline for applying is 11th March 2026 and if chosen for stage 2 you must be available for interview in-person on 31st March or 1st of April 2026.

Help transform global care systems so children can grow up in safe, loving families, not institutions.
Join Lumos at a pivotal moment as we scale our global ambition to reform childcare systems and improve the lives of millions of children worldwide.

Lumos Foundation is an international NGO working to end the institutionalisation of children and support governments and partners to build sustainable, family-based care systems. Founded by J.K. Rowling, Lumos works across Europe, Africa, Latin America and beyond to drive lasting systemic change for children and families.

As our Senior Technical Advisor, you will play a critical global role providing expert leadership on child protection and childcare reform across Lumos programmes and partnerships. This is an opportunity for an experienced specialist to influence national reform processes, strengthen programme quality, and support governments and partners to deliver meaningful change at scale.

You will work closely with country teams, senior stakeholders and international partners, ensuring that Lumos’ programmes reflect global best practice while responding to local contexts.

What you will do

• Provide high-level technical expertise on child rights, child protection and care reform

• Support the design, implementation and evaluation of country and regional programmes

• Deliver technical advice and capacity building to governments, partners and Lumos teams

• Develop guidance, training materials and learning products

• Support evidence generation and knowledge sharing across programmes

• Contribute to donor proposals and programme reporting

• Represent Lumos in international technical networks and partnerships

About you

You are a collaborative and experienced professional with deep expertise in childcare reform or child protection programming and a strong commitment to children’s rights.

You will likely bring:

• Significant experience working in child protection, care reform or related international development programmes

• Experience working with governments or large institutional partners

• Strong analytical, facilitation and communication skills

• Experience developing training, technical guidance or policy materials

• Ability to work effectively across cultures and global teams

• Excellent written and spoken English

• Willingness to travel internationally when required

Additional languages and experience working across multiple countries are an advantage.

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience.
The advertised salary range applies to candidates based in the UK. For candidates exceptionally appointed in another Lumos country office (Colombia, Kenya, Moldova or Ukraine), salary will be benchmarked and aligned with local market conditions and Lumos’ country-specific salary framework.

Location

London (UK) preferred. Exceptional consideration may be given to candidates based in Lumos country offices in Kenya, Colombia, Moldova or Ukraine.

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the country from which they apply.

Contract

Fixed-term until 31 December 2027, aligned with Lumos’ current strategy, with potential extension subject to funding.

Why join Lumos?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a bold global mission during a period of organisational growth and impact. You will work alongside passionate international colleagues committed to ensuring children grow up in families and supportive communities.

Benefits vary by location and include flexible working arrangements, generous leave provisions, learning and development opportunities, and wellbeing support.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

Lumos is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and operates a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, exploitation and harassment. Employment is subject to appropriate checks and references.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter through the application portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The strategic growth manager is responsible for creating and carrying out business development work across the charity, with a primary focus on grants and public sector tender opportunities, as well as managing a team with their own growth targets in distinct areas. They report in to the Deputy Charity Director.

All the tasks carried out in this role will contributeto the core purpose of the charity, enabling us to transform the access to and experience of mental health support, for young people.
This is a new position within a new team, focused on the growth of the charity, offering the opportunity to enhance Open Door’s approach to business development, as we create new long-term partnerships.

Based at the Bloom Building in Birkenhead and soon within our new home ‘Joy’, the role offers a flexible and collaborative working environment, engaging with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders that align with Open Door’s values and mission.

Check out the candidate pack for full details.

St Peter’s Hospice are looking to recruit a Band 6 Nurse or Health Care Professional to join our Hospice at Home team, providing specialist end‑of‑life care across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

If you are a dedicated, compassionate and proactive clinician with a passion for supporting patients in the last weeks of life, we would love to hear from you.

About the role

As a Band 6 clinician within our Hospice at Home service, you will work autonomously in patients' homes, providing high‑quality clinical, practical and emotional support to individuals in the last four weeks of life and to their families.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Visiting patients to review symptom control and assess care needs
• Providing expert end‑of‑life care advice and support
• Undertaking remote assessments where needed to prioritise care safely
• Working closely with community and primary care teams to ensure timely, coordinated responses
• Collaborating with CHC and other hospice teams, with access to senior nurse and medic advice
• Supporting a caseload that increasingly includes both malignant and non‑malignant conditions, reflecting community frailty and long‑term health needs

As a Band 6, you will act as a clinical lead and role model for a large team of Senior Palliative Care Support Workers, offering clinical supervision and supporting them in work that can be emotionally demanding.

This is a rewarding yet challenging role, requiring confidence, resilience and a strong background in community and end‑of‑life care.

About the person

We are looking for a clinician who is:

• Experienced in providing care within patients’ homes
• Skilled in end‑of‑life and palliative care
• A clear, compassionate communicator
• Confident working independently and making clinical decisions
• A supportive team member who can lead by example

Experience in remote assessment is desirable.

A full driving licence, appropriate insurance and access to a vehicle for shifts are essential.
 

What we can offer you

• Band 6 equivalent salary (£38,682 - £46,580 FTE, dependent on experience)
• 30 hours per week, 4 in 7 days per week
• Permanent position
• A supportive employer with a strong culture of professional development 
• Opportunities to enhance your specialist skills through extensive in‑house and external training options
• A friendly, highly skilled multidisciplinary team
• The chance to make a significant difference to patients and families at one of the most important times in their lives

We operate a rotating shift pattern which includes weekend and bank holidays within a flexible shift time pattern.

Interview Date: W/C 16th March 2026

Evidence of vaccination history or immunity tests will be required.

Please note the jobholder will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

We will be screening as we receive applications and therefore strongly encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK before they apply for a vacancy and be able to provide evidence of this.

Strictly no agencies

We have a new and exciting opportunity for Band 6 Palliative Nurse Specialists to join the Access Community Nurse Specialist Team here at St Peter’s Hospice, Brentry.

The Access CNS Team work between 07:45 and 20:00, 7 days a week to manage the clinical Advice Line, taking calls from external healthcare professionals, patients and their families.

The team also lead our new, nurse led outpatient clinics, assessing patients who are well enough to attend an appointment in Brentry.

About the role

As a specialist nurse working at the forefront of the hospice, you will be a key resource, providing evidence based, contemporary support and advice. 

You will need knowledge and experience of palliative care, excellent communication skills, the ability to confidently and dynamically prioritise an unpredictable workload and a passion to continuously improve and develop.

Whilst working predominantly autonomously, you will have the support of the wider hospice team, regular clinical supervision and exposure to wider teaching and development of your skills/knowledge.

Working as a Palliative Access Community Nurse Specialist requires a core skill set
•  Holistic assessment via phone and face to face within our outpatient clinics
•  Problem solving, decision making, symptom control and prescribing advice
•  Advance care planning and completion of Respect plus    
•  Joint working / signposting with internal and external MDT

The team work a mix of long and short shifts over 7 days.

What we can offer you

• Band 6 equivalent salary (£38,682 - £46,580 FTE, dependent on experience)
• Either 37.5 or 30 hours per week
• Permanent position
• A supportive employer with a strong culture of professional development 
• Opportunities to enhance your specialist skills through extensive in‑house and external training options
• A friendly, highly skilled multidisciplinary team

You will be given excellent support to develop your nursing skills into a specialist role. There are opportunities for professional development and specialist training in palliative care, including Physical Assessment and Clinical Reasoning and Independent Prescribing.

Interview Date: Wed 25th March 2026

Evidence of vaccination history or immunity tests will be required.

Please note the jobholder will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

We will be screening as we receive applications and therefore strongly encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK before they apply for a vacancy and be able to provide evidence of this. Please note we are unable to provide sponsorship.

Strictly no agencies