Volunteer service manager jobs in Oval, greater london

We have a newly created opportunity for a Test Team Leader to join our fantastic Technology team at RBL.

Here at the Royal British Legion, we are currently embarking on an exciting new phase with our Customer, Technology and Change directorate. Together this team, covering Technology, Data Protection and our Transformation Management Office, takes great pride in supporting across RBL with all things technology, security, digital, data, programme management and change initiatives. It’s a great time to join as our organisation begins to drive our new 10 year strategy and ensures we are best able to continue to make a difference to our Armed Forces community now and for the future.

Based in our Product Engineering team, the new Test Team Leader will be responsible for defining and leading the quality approach across Agile product squads, ensuring that changes delivered into our technology estate are robust and reliable. It will provide clear leadership to Test Analysts, enabling consistent, high-quality testing practices and supporting the development of a strong, capability-driven test practice within the Technology team.

Reporting to our Head of Product Engineering, this role will work collaboratively with Product Owners, Delivery Managers, Business Analysts, Engineers and third parties ensureing that quality is embedded throughout the delivery lifecycle. It will champion continuous improvement, advocate for automation where it adds value and removes repetition and drives a culture in which every team member shares responsibility for delivering high-quality, low-risk change.

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

The successful applicant will have proven experience experience leading testing activity within Agile or hybrid delivery environments, ideally in a multi-product or multi-team technology organisation, alongside experience managing Test Analysts. They will be a excellent communicator, able to confidently lead and have the ability to influence, translating technical risk into clear business language.

You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.

Employee benefits include –

- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!

For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Income Officer to join our Landlord and Customer Service team located in our Head Office in Islington.

£36,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week.

Our benefits include:

• Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
• Free DBS
• A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

The Income Officer is responsible for delivering frontline income management activity across a defined patch of Look Ahead's supported housing services, including both commissioned services and housing for people with vulnerabilities living in the community.

What you'll do:

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

Rent Collection and Arrears Management

• Manage rent and service charge accounts across a defined patch, ensuring payments are.

Housing Benefit, Universal Credit and Income Stability

• Liaise with Housing Benefit, Universal Credit and Department for Work and Pensions teams to support claims, verify information and resolve delays or discrepancies affecting rent accounts.

Court and Legal Process Support

• Prepare documentation and evidence for legal action in relation to rent arrears

Cross-Team Working and Communication

• Work closely with Housing Operations, Income colleagues and Care and Support teams to coordinate responses to income-related issues.

Record-Keeping, Compliance and Quality

• Maintain accurate, timely and auditable records for all income-related activity on the housing management system.

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.

• Income Manager and Income Team
• Housing Operations Teams

About you:

• Fair-minded and approachable, with the ability to build constructive working relationships with tenants

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally and sensitively with tenants, colleagues and partner agencies.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a varied income caseload and competing priorities.

What you'll bring:

Essential:

• Experience of working in an income-related role within social housing, supported housing, or a similar environment is required.

Desirable:

• Experience of working within supported housing, homelessness services or other settings supporting people with vulnerabilities.

About us:

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

Mind in Croydon is seeking a compassionate, proactive and community-focused Social Networking Caseworker to support adults experiencing severe and enduring mental health challenges to build confidence, strengthen social networks and engage in meaningful community activities.

This is a person-centred, recovery-focused role working with a caseload of up to 35 individuals. You will support people to identify their goals, access mainstream opportunities such as education, physical activity, cultural groups and volunteering, and gradually reduce reliance on statutory services where appropriate.

The role combines direct one-to-one support, partnership working with mental health professionals and community organisations, and the development of group activities at Fairfield House, Croydon. You will play a key role in enabling people to rebuild independence, confidence and community connections.

This post requires flexibility to meet the needs of the service, which may include occasional weekend work, as part of the rota. Time off in lieu (TOIL) will be provided where additional hours are worked, and there is no routine expectation of frequent out-of-hours working.

If you are motivated by social inclusion, empowerment and practical recovery support, we would welcome your application.

Hours 36 hours a week, full time, worked across a rota covering Saturdays

Reports to: Social Networking Manager

Based at: Mind in Croydon Fairfield House 10 Altyre Road, East Croydon, flexible working with regular presence across our premises and community sites across the London Borough of Croydon

We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Income Officer to join our Landlord and Customer Service team located in our Head Office in Islington.

£36,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week.

Want to feel in control of your career? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:

• Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
• Free DBS
• A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

The Income Officer is responsible for delivering frontline income management activity across a defined patch of Look Ahead's supported housing services, including both commissioned services and housing for people with vulnerabilities living in the community.

What you'll do:

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

Rent Collection and Arrears Management

• Manage rent and service charge accounts across a defined patch, ensuring payments are

Housing Benefit, Universal Credit and Income Stability

• Liaise with Housing Benefit, Universal Credit and Department for Work and Pensions teams to support claims, verify information and resolve delays or discrepancies affecting rent accounts.

Court and Legal Process Support

• Prepare documentation and evidence for legal action in relation to rent arrears, under

Cross-Team Working and Communication

• Work closely with Housing Operations, Income colleagues and Care and Support teams

Record-Keeping, Compliance and Quality

• Maintain accurate, timely and auditable records for all income-related activity on the housing management system.

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.

• Income Manager and Income Team

About you:

• Fair-minded and approachable, with the ability to build constructive working

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally and sensitively with tenants, colleagues and partner agencies.

What you'll bring:

Essential:

• Experience of working in an income-related role within social housing, supported housing, or a similar environment is required.

Desirable:

• Experience of working within supported housing, homelessness services or other settings supporting people with vulnerabilities.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for more than 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

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We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.

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As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.
 

About you:

The Special Events Officer is an exciting role at MDUK, that will sit within the High Value Engagement, Fundraising team.​

You'll:​

• Support the Special Events team on a variety of tasks including sourcing prizes, managing guest lists, marketing, liaising with suppliers and thanking supporters. 
• Assist the Special Events manager in the research and delivery of new events.
• Lead on the delivery of third-party fundraising events.

About us:​

Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically. ​​

This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.​​

Values and behaviours:​

• A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity’s values.
   
• Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.
   
• A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.
   
• Always demonstrate role model behaviour.​

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Benefits:​

We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work–life balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...
 

Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1). ​

Closing date: Friday 22nd May 2026​

NB Interviews likely to be held on the following dates:

• Wednesday 3rd June
• Thursday 4th June​

Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities

The Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Financial Controller to support the Finance team based at our London office.

Deadline: Sunday 24th May at 11.59pm
Location: London
Salary: Starting salary £47,472 rising to £53,993, inclusive of £4,000 London weighting
Hours: Full-time (32 hours per week)
Contract type: This is a permanent role

This exciting role will lead on all aspects of the finance function, including managing managing the Finance & Systems Officer, overseeing the production of year-end accounts in collaboration with internal stakeholders and auditors, and preparing monthly management accounts for reports to the Senior managers and trustees. Responsibilities also include stewardship of the Foundation’s liquid assets, leading the budgeting and forecasting processes, verifying monthly payroll prepared by HR, and ensuring the efficient operation of the purchase ledger function.

What does the role involve?

• Coordinate across the Foundation and help prepare the annual statutory accounts and all schedules for audit and be the lead liaison with the auditors.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and budgets for review by senior management, providing analysis and other measures of performance.
• Lead on improving processes and systems across all aspects of finance and liaising with the wider organisation to drive these forward.

What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?

• Up to date knowledge of charity financial legislation and best practice
• Innovative in the development of processes, procedures and information systems to support the work of the team and organisation
• Demonstrable successful accounting experience in a similar role, ideally within the charity sector

Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – Mental Health Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its beneficiaries, those who surround them, its staff, volunteers, and anyone else who comes into contact with its services and expects all trustees, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures (proof of eligibility to work in the UK, proof of residency and satisfactory employment screening, including a Disclosure check and two most recent references) along with 3-year renewals of Disclosure checks. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

How to apply

If you think your skills match and you’d like to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, please complete and submit your application via our website. Please ensure you attach an up-to-date CV and statement of suitability answering all points of the person specification. Applications will close at midnight on Sunday 24th May and we are unable to accept late applications. Interviews are expected to take place online between 1st - 4th June.

We believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. Diversity and inclusion is a strategic priority for us as an employer and mental health charity, and we are proud to be signatories of the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter and the Disability Confident Committed Scheme. Applications from under-represented sections of the community are actively encouraged.

If you have a disability, require any additional support or have any questions regarding the role, please contact us. We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Disabled candidates who meet all the essential person specification criteria will be offered an interview. Therefore, please do ensure you tick the relevant box on the application form and clearly indicate in your application/covering letter if you consider yourself to meet the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 / Disability Discrimination Act 1995.

We are currently operating mostly digital recruitment (including interviews via video conferencing). We have moved to a hybrid working model of a minimum of 2 days per week in the office and the rest working from home.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Recruitment: Care Navigator/Social Prescriber at Age UK Redbridge, Barking and Havering

Age UK Redbridge, Barking and Havering are recruiting for:

Care Navigator/Social Prescriber
Salary:  £27,197 per annum pro rata
Hours: up to 35 hours per week (part time options available)

Closing date: Monday 1st June 2026 at 12:00pm
Proposed interview date: Monday 8th June 2026

We are looking for a Care Navigator/Social Prescriber to work as part of the Ageing Well Service across Havering. You will be working as part of a Care Navigation team providing support to Havering residents with multiple long-term conditions, end of life diagnosis and vulnerable isolated older people to achieve the best possible quality of life and independence by enabling them to have maximum support at home, encourage taking up activities, volunteering or increasing social interaction, enabling choices and access to services in the community.

As Care Navigator/Social Prescriber you will work with professionals from health, social care and voluntary sector to increase the reach of the service and achieve best outcomes in reducing social isolation, improving wellbeing and resilience for older people.

You will also be responsible for maintaining client records and support monitoring and service evaluation in a timely and professional manner.

Successful applicants will have experience of working with older people or people with multiple long term conditions in health, social care, voluntary or independent sector, in a paid or voluntary capacity. You will need to be excellent communicator, able to work effectively both one to one and as part of a team. Good computer skills and accurate record keeping are also required. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

To apply: Please check our website for further details and a full application pack

Completed application forms and Equal Opportunities Forms should be returned using the email: admin or alternatively post to Gabby O’Neill, Recruitment, Age UK Redbridge, Barking and Havering, 4th Floor, 103 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 4PU.

Do a job that is amazing! 

We are looking for people with great energy and motivation to join our Short Breaks service which offers a chance for young people with an additional support needs or disability to have fun and take a break from daily routines, and helps families to enjoy quality time, local activities, and connections with others.

Our holiday and weekend activities give parents and carers a break while providing participants with a safe, welcoming space to have fun and receive the care they need. Our coordinators plan, arrange and deliver a programme of activities shaped around the needs of the young people, making the most of local opportunities, from heritage sites and outdoor adventures, to sports, arts and crafts, cooking, and team challenges. These sessions help children build friendships, grow in confidence, and express themselves in a fun, supportive space.

Family day activities bring families together to create special memories and enjoy time with others who share similar experiences. Coordinators develop and facilitate activity days which involve the whole family and provide opportunities to build friendships and connections with others. Activities take place at outdoor centres, local heritage sites and museums, as well as organised beach days and community centre-based workshops and activities.

Applicants should have relevant experience of working or volunteering with children and young people in education, health or social care, and have exceptional organisational and communication skills. 

Full and part-time positions available, and coordinators are required to work most Saturdays.  In school holiday periods, more activities take place on weekdays (instead of Saturdays), so flexibility is needed. Activities are delivered across Kent, so some travel is required.

It’s essential that applicants have their own car and preferably willing to drive a minibus (full training provided). Immediate start available.

Apply today.

We offer our employees:

· Inclusive values-based environment

· Competitive remuneration package

· Workplace pension scheme

· Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays

· Carers leave

· Opportunities for hybrid working

· Benenden Health Care

· Death in Service Benefit

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Employee Supported Volunteering scheme

· Development opportunities

· and more

Imago is committed to Safer Recruitment practices, and the post is subject to references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Please either submit your CV with a short covering note or visit our website for full details.

Imago recognises that many people in our society experience discrimination or lack of opportunity for reasons that are not fair. We aim to create a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, and see these differences as an asset, as they improve our ability to meet the needs of the organisations and people we work with. We proactively seek to increase opportunities for inclusion and celebrate diversity across our organisation and within communities.

Imago recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and adults at risk who access its services or with whom it comes into contact.

Are you proactive and motivated, ready to take on a new challenge working for a leading homelessness charity?

We have an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Executive Team at St Mungo’s by providing high-quality administrative, organisational and coordination support. Joining the team as Executive Administrator you will help senior leaders run day to day work smoothly and efficiently, enabling them to focus on strategic priorities.

Working closely with the Business Manager to the CEO, you’ll take on a varied role within a supportive and collaborative team, gaining valuable insight into how a large homelessness charity operates.

In the role of Executive Administrator you will: 

• Contribute to the smooth running of the Executive Team by providing reliable, high quality support across a range of activities.
• Provide day to day administrative support, diary management, meeting and event planning.
• Build strong working relationships across the organisation and become a trusted point of contact for senior leaders and colleagues.

With exposure to senior leaders, key meetings and strategic decision-making, you’ll gain valuable insight while developing in a team focused on growth and coaching. Previous post holders have progressed into roles in Change and Transformation, Client Services and Governance.

About you 

We think this role will suit an enthusiastic, proactive and well-organised person, ready to use their initiative, problem-solving skills and motivation. Whether you have worked in a similar role in the charity sector, or looking to use your transferable skills to take the next step in your career, this role offers a unique opportunity for someone with a reflective approach and commitment to personal development.  

You will bring:

• Experience of working or volunteering in a role, regularly using administrative systems and procedures.
• Strong communication skills and experience of providing high quality customer service.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to distil complex information into clear, accessible formats.
• Ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively with a wide range of colleagues.

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups. 

How to apply 

When you're ready to apply click the ‘Apply Now’ Button to submit your CV and answer our 3 application questions. 

Closing date: 10am on 1 June 2026

Interview and assessments on 11-12 June 2026

We will review applications on a rolling basis and may close this advert early. If this role interests you, we encourage early applications.

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website. 

Where you’ll be working

In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Farringdon, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations.

What we offer 

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace 

• Great Pay and Other Benefits

Are you committed to helping end homelessness and ensuring people with mental health conditions live life to the full? If you are creative, willing to be hands on and enjoy working with a wide range of tasks we want to hear from you.

Barons Court Project is seeking a Project Worker to join our friendly team at our Day Centre in Hammersmith and Fulham. This role is hands on but gives great variety. We split our work into three areas, Body, Mind and Spirit. Body - The practical services including showers, laundry, meals, clothing and more ensure we care for our guest's physical being. Mind - our one to one work including assisting guests with benefits forms, housing applications, CV Writing etc. Spirit - Activities around well-being including art, women's group, sports and physical activity, trips out and more. 

You will work with a team of staff and volunteers to deliver these services which are designed to ensure we care for the whole person. 

If you want to make a difference then this is the role for you, we want to hear from you.  

At the Centre for Better Health, we envision a world where everyone can lead satisfying and hopeful lives in a society without any stigma of mental ill health. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a meaningful and rewarding role that makes a positive difference to the community we serve.

Role Purpose

As Reception and Office Administrator, you will play a key role in the team; providing a warm, efficient and professional reception service, and being the first point of contact for enquiries.

You will also provide administrative support to contribute to the smooth running and success of services. This will include supporting with the promotion of our services, processing new referrals, managing bookings and payments, and maintaining good record keeping.

Our Centre operates 9am–5pm on Mondays and Fridays, and 9am–8pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please note that some evening work is required for this role (with working hours 12-8pm in these instances).

Main Duties

• Provide a professional, confidential reception service, welcoming service users and volunteers and managing phone and email enquiries.
• Act as the first point of contact for enquiries, sharing accurate information and offering appropriate signposting.
• Deliver general administrative support to the team, including promoting the organisation’s services, processing referrals, arranging assessments, managing bookings and payments, and handling day‑to‑day reception tasks.
• Maintain monitoring systems and databases in line with the organisation’s processes.
• Work collaboratively with the team to achieve agreed objectives.
• Attend and contribute positively and constructively to meetings as required.
• Respond proactively to the needs of the role, demonstrating flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Support marketing activities when required, including designing posters, sending mail-outs, and creating simple social media and website content.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may change depending on the need and development of the organisation.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Senior Recovery Outreach Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex needs  Service in Notting Hill.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

We're looking for a proactive and compassionate Senior to help lead our mental health recovery service. You'll support the Team Leader in delivering person-centred, recovery-focused support that empowers service users to sustain independence and avoid hospital readmission.

With strong leadership and organisational skills, you'll oversee team performance, service quality, and compliance while promoting coproduction and inclusion. This role suits someone passionate about collaboration, wellbeing, and delivering high-quality, empowering support within Hestia's values and standards.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

You will bring demonstrable experience supporting individuals with mental health and/or dual diagnosis needs, alongside a strong knowledge of community care, mental health, health and safety, equality, housing, and welfare benefits legislation. You will understand recovery principles and be confident in delivering person-centred support, including assessing, planning, implementing, and reviewing support plans. You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, including supporting the induction of peer staff and volunteers, while maintaining high professional standards and resilience.

Strong literacy and numeracy skills are essential, with the ability to produce clear written communication and manage basic financial processes such as petty cash. You will be flexible in your approach, including working evenings and weekends when required, and will demonstrate a solid understanding of safeguarding, ensuring issues are addressed appropriately at all times.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Please note that the salary advertised does not include London Weighting, however, this will apply if the post holder is London based.

As Fundraising Lead- South, you will lead Philanthropy and Corporate fundraising across your region, developing relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals, senior business leaders and corporate partners. 

You will manage Centre Fundraising Managers, and support them on planning and prioritisation, work with Fundraising Boards as appropriate, and share best practice across Maggie’s. You will also help develop new fundraising opportunities. 

This role requires a confident and collaborative leader who can coach teams, manage multiple stakeholders, work independently across a large region, representing Maggie’s with clarity and credibility.

There are four fundraising leads covering Scotland, North and North Wales, Midlands and South Wales and South. This role will work closely with the following centres: Barts, Royal Marsden, West London, Royal Free, Cambridge and Southampton (Kent, Poole, Bristol – not yet open).

Please note that first stage interviews will be held on Tuesday 9th June through Microsoft Teams. Second stage interviews will be held in person. Date and location TBC.

Do you have the passion and storytelling skills to amplify our ambitious plans to improve the lives of everyone affected by ovarian cancer? Could you play a pivotal role in bringing our work to life through powerful case stories, compelling content and engaging communications that inspire action and raise awareness? 

We are looking for an Interim Communications & PR Officer to join our brilliant marketing and communications team on a fixed-term basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on creating impactful content, building relationships, and working collaboratively across an organisation to deliver meaningful communications.

In this role, you’ll take the lead on developing and managing a library of real life stories from people affected by ovarian cancer, ensuring their voices are heard in a way that is sensitive, authentic and impactful. You’ll create high quality written content across a range of channels – from website copy and emails to reports and campaign materials – helping to engage and inform audiences and support organisational objectives 

You’ll also play a key role in managing relationships with supporters, including celebrities and influencers, identifying opportunities to amplify our work and increase our reach. A creative, empathetic and highly organised individual, you’ll be confident working with people with lived experience and handling sensitive stories with care. You’ll enjoy collaborating with colleagues across teams and be motivated to continuously improve how we communicate, ensuring our messages are clear, compelling and impactful.
 

With the support of the Interim Senior Marketing and Communications Manager, you’ll contribute to delivering communications that engage more people with our work – whether that’s using our services, campaigning for change, or supporting us through fundraising and partnerships.
 

If you’re excited by the opportunity to use your communications and storytelling skills to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. 

Join us and together we'll fight for a world where everyone with ovarian cancer lives. 
 

The role is a full time, 35 hours per week, interim position (1 year fixed term contract).  
 

We currently offer a hybrid-working model. This means you may usually work from your home or remote location, but are expected to attend meetings and pay for your own travel to the office near London Bridge when required.Please email our organisation if you would like to find out more about how frequently you would likely be required in the office for this role.