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Senior High Value Fundraising Manager
Salary: up to £51,176 (depending on experience)
Location: Remote with regular travel to London / Downton
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: 12 month fixed-term
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior High Value Fundraising Manager to join our Relationship Fundraising team at Help for Heroes. This senior role will shape and lead one of our most strategically important income streams—ensuring we continue delivering life-changing support for veterans and their families.
This senior role is perfect for a confident relationship fundraiser with experience securing major gifts, running high-value campaigns, and delivering impactful special events.
You’ll lead the development and delivery of our high-value giving strategy delivering in excess of £1.2m over the next 12 months, including the £17m No One Left Behind campaign, major donor income, and a new 3-year Special Events strategy. With responsibility for a talented team, you’ll build a strong major donor pipeline, secure 5- and 6-figure gifts, and deliver exceptional supporter experiences.
You’ll collaborate across the organisation to shape compelling proposals, develop high-value communications, support our 20th anniversary plans, and ensure strong financial management and reporting.
As a senior leader, you will inspire, coach and develop your team, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence and innovation.
About You
We’re looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with:
- Proven experience securing large (6-figure+) gifts from HNWIs
- Successful delivery of multi-million-pound campaigns or major donor programmes
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
- Strong event leadership experience in income-generating and stewardship events
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and relationship-building skills
- Confidence managing £1m+ targets, budgets and KPIs
- A flexible, calm and collaborative approach
- Passion for supporting veterans and their families
- Regular travel and some evening/weekend events are required.
About the Team
The Relationship Fundraising team is a key driver of sustainable long-term income for Help for Heroes securing income from Philanthropists, Businesses, Trusts and Foundations, Volunteers and Community partners. You will join a collaborative, passionate and expert team who are committed to delivering transformational support for the Armed Forces community.
In return we can offer you:
- Belonging to a team who make a difference to our community and value equality, diversity and inclusion.
- 29 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, regardless of service — plus your birthday off to celebrate!
- Opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave per year.
- Added to our free health scheme from day one, including discounts on dental, opticians, massages, and more - with the option to upgrade.
- 3 volunteer days per year to support the Help for Heroes community.
- A generous salary sacrifice pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and a minimum 3% employee contribution, plus life insurance up to 4× salary as an active member.
- Discounts on our branded clothing, including a free Help for Heroes hoody when you complete your induction.
Closing date: 16th January 2026
Please note: We may close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of strong applications.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Café Supervisor to join our dedicated team at Galanos House Care Home in Southam, Warwickshire. Experience working in a similar environment is essential.
This is a full-time permanent role, 37.5 hours per week with 5 shifts over 7 days.
Pay: £14.02 to £15.16 per hour.
Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas. This role is on-site therefore you will need live within commutable distance of the care home.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Oversee daily café operations. Lead a team of staff and volunteers to ensure smooth service, high-quality food and drink presentation, and a welcoming environment for all customers.
- Deliver excellent customer service. Engage positively with customers, manage feedback and complaints, maintain café presentation, and support special events.
- Assist with staff rotas, recruitment, training, supervision, performance management and maintain a high team morale.
- Ensure cleanliness, equipment maintenance, accurate records, and adhere to health, safety, and food hygiene procedures.
- Oversee stock levels, ordering, menu updates, promotions, and support kitchen operations to keep the café running efficiently.
You will require a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
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.
Employee benefits include:
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility
- 22 days’ paid holiday plus bank holidays, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime
- Flexible hours to suit your needs
- Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost
- Free on-site parking
- Free enhanced DBS check
- Uniform provided at no cost
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
Galanos House is one of six care homes, situated on the edge of Southam, a small market town in the heart of the Warwickshire countryside. Our care home has a CQC Outstanding rating. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, and support for people living with dementia. Adjacent to the main building is the Galanos community hub, which boasts a beautiful light and spacious café and a number of multipurpose spaces which host groups, activities & events As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
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.
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.
Age UK has an exciting opportunity to join their fantastic team in Houghton Regis!
We are recruiting for a Shop Manager to manage the day to day running of our Houghton Regis store (Bedfordshire, LU5).
As Shop Manager, you will manage our brilliant team of staff and volunteers, providing effective leadership, training, and development.
Utilising your previous experience and excellent managerial skills, you will help maximise store sales and profits while ensuring our customers and donors receive an excellent shop experience.
This opportunity offers an excellent benefits package as well as the chance to work within a valued team, all working to raise funds for a charity that provides vital services and support to older people across the UK.
If you have a passion for retail and would like to use your skills within a charity that supports thousands of older people across the UK, then this may be the role for you!
Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)
To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.
You will have:
- Experience in a performance driven retail/customer centric environment
- Experience of managing people
- Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's
- Ability to build, retain and develop a team
- Strong drive to achieve results through others
- Ability to delegate, coach and listen
- Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities
- Ability to motivate self and others
- An open and adaptable approach to change and be able to support others through it
- Experience of communicating with a diverse workforce and customer base
- Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising
- IT literacy and numeracy skills
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave (pro rata for our part-time colleagues) + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Wellbeing days - 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme
- Home & Tech - apply to buy any Home & Tech items from 'Currys' & 'IKEA', up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free.
- Blue Light Card scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
If you have a passion for good food, excellent service and a caring nature, we would love to hear from you!
Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas. As this role is based at our care home, applicants must live within a reasonable commuting distance.
This is a full-time, Catering Assistant position, where you will be working 35 hours per week, 5 shifts over seven days.
Pay: £12.50 to £12.69 per hour
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Provide high-quality food and beverage services
- Assist the catering team in preparing restaurant-quality meals for beneficiaries, visitors, and staff
- Organise and maintain a clean and tidy kitchen environment at all times
- Support the Catering Supervisor with the daily operations of our dining rooms and bar, ensuring that everyone receives excellent service
- Provide catering support for special functions, open days, meetings, and events
Galanos House is one of six care homes, situated on the edge of Southam, a small market town in the heart of the Warwickshire countryside. Our care home has a CQC Outstanding rating. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, and support for people living with dementia. Adjacent to the main building is the Galanos community hub, which boasts a beautiful light and spacious café and a number of multipurpose spaces which host groups, activities & events. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development.
What we offer:
- 22 days’ paid holiday per year plus bank holidays (pro rata), with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%
- Flexible hours to suit your needs
- Free on-site parking
- Free enhanced DBS check
- Uniform provided at no cost
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
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.
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.
Services Marketing Officer – Wellbeing and Development
£35004 - £36845 37.5 hours per week
Leicester based with hybrid working
Benefits include:
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Up to 42 days annual leave, life insurance and sick pay
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Enrolment in health cash back plan to cover everyday healthcare costs
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Refer a Friend Bonus
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Cycle to Work Scheme / close to park and ride at Leicester Forest East
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Subsidised short breaks at selected RAFA Accommodation
About us
The RAF (Royal Air Forces) Association has a clear objective: to help sustain a resilient and empowered RAF community. Through our sector-leading welfare and wellbeing services, we offer a wide range of support to serving personnel, veterans and their families. With thousands of members and supporters across the UK and further afield, plus hundreds of dedicated employees and volunteers, we have the network and experience needed for a personal one-to-one approach. We work together to make sure no one is ever left behind.
About the role
This is a newly created role based with our growing Marketing Team. The Services Marketing Officer leads the planning and delivery of wellbeing marketing in support of key organisational objectives: recruiting high-quality welfare volunteers, attracting new service users, increasing uptake of welfare and welbeing services and raising the RAF Association’s profile. The role champions innovation in marketing, exploring new channels, ideas, and technologies to enhance engagement and service delivery. Reporting to the Head of Services Marketing, the Services Marketing Officer serves as the main contact for wellbeing marketing and collaborates with agencies, suppliers, and internal teams. They will also contribute to broader organisational marketing and engagement initiatives as needed. You may find it helpful to check out our website to understand more about who we are and what we do.
Primary responsibilities include
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Lead the delivery of integrated wellbeing marketing campaigns, ensuring brand consistency and compliance.
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Plan and execute person-centred, multi-channel campaigns to recruit volunteers and increase service uptake.
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Act as the wellbeing marketing subject matter expert, advising on strategy and execution.
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Collaborate with welfare teams to align marketing activity with service and recruitment priorities.
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Manage day-to-day coordination with agencies and suppliers to maximise campaign impact.
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Work with the Customer Engagement Team to enhance supporter experiences in line with the Engagement strategy.
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Ensure welfare marketing aligns with broader organisational communications and fundraising plans.
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Drive innovation by testing new tools, channels, and approaches to improve campaign performance and user experience.
About You
We need you to have a proven track record in delivering successful campaigns and appeals in a professional fundraising, marketing or communications role. Previous marketing experience within the wellbeing sector is highly desirable though not essential. With an understanding of audience segmentation and customer journeys, you will have the ability to translate the Associations work into engaging communications and marketing campaigns. Up to date computer literacy is essential for this role as you will need experience of using CRM systems (we use Salesforce) for customer management, analysis and reporting. If you are creative, proactive results-driven individual we would love to hear about what you can bring to the role!
It is highly recommended that you read the full role profile and person specification which is available to view on our website
Closing Date 8am Monday 5 January
Interview Date w/c 12 January
(please note our office is closed from 24 December and will reopen on 2 January)
The RAF Association is a Disability Confident employer. Please let us know if you require any assistance with your application.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to enter into sponsorship agreements
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Supporter Marketing Officer – Legacy & In Memory
£35004 - £36845 37.5 hours per week
Leicester based with hybrid working
Benefits include:
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Up to 42 days annual leave, life insurance and sick pay
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Enrolment in health cash back plan to cover everyday healthcare costs
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Refer a Friend Bonus
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Cycle to Work Scheme / close to park and ride at Leicester Forest East
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Subsidised short breaks at selected RAFA Accommodation
About us
The RAF (Royal Air Forces) Association has a clear objective: to help sustain a resilient and empowered RAF community. Through our sector-leading welfare and wellbeing services, we offer a wide range of support to serving personnel, veterans and their families. With thousands of members and supporters across the UK and further afield, plus hundreds of dedicated employees and volunteers, we have the network and experience needed for a personal one-to-one approach. We work together to make sure no one is ever left behind.
About the role
Based within our dynamic (and growing!) Marketing Team, The Supporter Marketing Officer will lead the planning and delivery of acquisition and stewardship activity for Legacy and In Memory supporters, helping to grow sustainable income and raise the profile of the RAF Association. Reporting to the Head of Supporter Marketing, the role will be the key point of contact for Legacy and In Memory campaigns, managing relationships with external agencies and suppliers. In addition, the role will contribute to wider marketing, communications, and engagement initiatives across the organisation.
Primary responsibilities include
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Lead and deliver integrated Legacy and In Memory campaigns across channels (paid media, direct mail, events), ensuring brand alignment and sensitivity.
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Develop and implement acquisition and stewardship strategies to drive cost-effective lead generation, donor conversion, and long-term engagement.
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Collaborate with marketing, fundraising, and trading teams to align on priorities, supporter journeys, messaging, and campaign calendars.
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Plan and deliver intimate supporter events (e.g. remembrance gatherings, legacy briefings) in partnership with the NMA, RAF Stations, and engagement teams.
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Manage day-to-day relationships with agencies and suppliers to maximise campaign impact and ROI.
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Work with the Customer Engagement Team to enhance supporter experiences, particularly for legacy pledgers.
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Align Legacy and In Memory marketing with broader organisational communications, fundraising, and service delivery.
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Drive innovation by testing new approaches and tools to improve campaign performance and supporter engagement.
About You
We need you to have a proven track record in delivering successful campaigns and appeals in a professional fundraising, marketing or communications role. With an understanding of audience segmentation and supporter journeys, you will have the ability to translate the Associations work into engaging supporter communications. Up to date computer literacy is essential for this role as you will need experience of using CRM systems (we use Salesforce) for supporter management, analysis and reporting.If you are creative, proactive results-driven individual we would love to hear about what you can bring to the role!
It is highly recommended that you read the full role profile and person specification which is available to download on our website
Closing Date 8am Monday 5 January
Interview Date w/c 12 January
(please note our office is closed from 24 December and will reopen on 2 January)
The RAF Association is a Disability Confident employer. Please let us know if you require any assistance with your application.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to enter into sponsorship agreements
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Triage Administrator will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day delivery of our Council funded Adult Bereavement Service in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. This service aims to provide accessible, accessible, empathetic and effective support for adults affected by bereavement, particularly sudden or drug/alcohol-related deaths. The Triage Administrator will work collaboratively as part of the local and regional volunteer and staff team.
How to apply
Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages.
The closing date for applications is 2nd January 2026, with interviews taking place week commencing 12th January 2026.
We reserve the right to close the advert early. Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by the 8th January 2026, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.
Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.
Criminal Record Checks
All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:
· Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice
· Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice
Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.
We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Brand Manager (Brand Planning)
Reference: DEC20258767
Location: Flexible in UK + Travel to Team Meetings
Contract: 12 Months (Maternity cover)
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £44,315.00 - £47,312.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave
Introduction
We are looking for a Senior Brand Manager to lead on our brand marketing campaigns and drive forwards new brand reach initiatives.
Working within the RSPB’s brand team you will help bring our brand to life, shift perceptions, and build brand affinity amongst new and existing audiences by planning and delivering impactful brand campaigns. and working closely with the fundraising and campaigning teams on their activities.
It’s an exciting time to join. Since launching our refreshed brand in 2022 we've laid strong foundations for the future, and you will have the opportunity to help our brand continue to grow and soar. This is a fixed term contract to provide cover within the brand team during a period of maternity leave.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the planning, development and review of insight-led brand marketing campaigns
- With the Head of Brand, deliver brand reach initiatives to grow the RSPB’s top of funnel metrics. From early discovery through to delivery and measurement, always leading the delivery phase and marketing planning specifically.
- Brand Business Partner for teams driving strategic and high reach marcomms activities e.g. Supporter Fundraising, Commercial, Campaigns & Mobilisation and Brand & Marketing - providing brand consultancy to ensure the brand is well executed in external campaigns and comms to build brand equity.
- Share insight on brand health and brand related business metrics through collaboration with the Head of Market Research & Insight. Identify actions arising from the insight and set strategic direction with support from Head of Brand where necessary.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- Experience of developing multi-channel campaigns rooted in audience insight.
- Experienced in brand tracking and measurement, and using it to shape marketing and communications plans.
- Expertise in brand strategy and positioning
- Experience leading marketing projects and new initiatives.
- Curious and collaborative, the role holder will be skilled at influencing across the organisation, proactively identifying opportunities to improve outcomes by providing support and challenge through insight and evidence.
- Experienced at developing collaborative external and internal relationships with key stakeholders to secure positive brand outcomes
- Excellent written and verbal skills to present, influence and represent the directorate and the organisation.
- Logical and methodical, analytical and a good eye for detail.
General information
From time-to-time, and particularly at the start of a new project or campaign, you will be expected to come together with the rest of a project or campaign team, or workstream, and co-locate face-to-face for a few days. There will be some meetings together, and also the opportunity to work side by side on the project for a short period. The RSPB will subsidise any required accommodation or travel as per our Expenses Policy. This will help build relationships, break down silos, and make working together online easier and more enjoyable. This co-location will usually be at an RSPB office and will be agreed in advance. Outside of these co-location moments you will be based in your contracted place of work as usual. Reasonable adjustment to the above can be discussed with the Line Manager.
Everyone in the RSPB has a role to play in creating an inclusive culture and we want our people and their behaviours to show this. As part of your role, it is your responsibility to:
- Work in a way that reflects our commitment to inclusion, with colleagues, external partners or the public.
- Demonstrate inclusive behaviour, which recognises the value of everyone’s contribution and experience.
Additional Information:
- This is a full time, fixed-term role for 12 months, for 37.5 hours per week.
- The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.
Closing date: 23:59, Friday 9th January 2026
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from w/c 26th January 2026.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Candidates may also be searching for similar roles such as: Digital Asset Management (DAM), Brand Asset Management, Creative Operations, Product Owner (PO), Digital Product Management (DPM).
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
No agencies please.
The RSPB brings people together – people like you – to protect the things that matter to us all.

Location: Hybrid
Department: Finance and Operations directorate
Salary: £37,300- £41,000
Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 12th January 2026, 10.00am
Benefits: 10% employers pension contribution (NEST) HSF Health cash Plan-covering employee partners and dependants under 18 28 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays and increases with length of service 2 hours weekly wellbeing time out Employee assistance program , offering GP advice lines, virtual doctors, prescription services, emotional wellbeing support, a legal help line and counselling. Funded eye site test (Specsavers) Pay it forward days- 2 days volunteering Mindful Employer Perkbox and Reward Gateway – discount platforms
Overall Purpose
This role works as part of a flexible delivery team to support the development, delivery and management of initiatives that enable and demonstrate our members ability to transform the NHS.
It works across our transformational programmes to support and facilitate a structured approach to the implementation and delivery of complex initiatives aimed at transformation within the NHS, within the organisation and in partnership with external stakeholders.
The post holder will play an important role in helping the organisation understand the context, shape our initiatives and capture the progress we’re making towards the change we seek.
Overall Objectives
The postholder will work with and support cross functional team working in / across a number of initiatives, supporting the development and delivery of a range of approaches to driving social change.
It will be responsible for the practical capture and collation of shared learning and identifying interdependencies between programmes and the team and supporting the delivery of impact for NHS charity members, communities and beneficiaries.
This role would suit a proactive, highly organised individual who enjoys working in a team to deliver impact and who wants to work across a range of approaches to deliver transformation within the NHS.
Key Responsibilities
The main duties and responsibilities of the role holder are as outlined below:
Development and Delivery
• Working with Programme Leads and Project Managers, establish and maintain robust up-to-date project management documentation to drive the implementation of NHS Charities Together transformational programmes: including capturing impact and benefits management in line with our overall strategic goals, risk and issue logs, managing milestones, workstream plans.
• Support Project Managers and Programme Leads and where delegated lead processes to convene, capture and synthesise evidence, data and insight from external sources to support the development and design of initiatives.
• Proactively build knowledge and understanding in the subject areas in which we develop initiatives, bringing this to bear in the shaping of existing initiatives and the development of new, and support wider organisational learnings in these domains.
• To review and assess proposed partnerships to support the delivery of initiatives.
• Regularly review and monitor impact against our strategic goals, identifying whether the strategic benefits and impact we seek are being achieved, and presenting recommendations for what progress means for the future strategic direction of our initiatives
• Adhere to internal and external governance processes by coordinating formal papers for key governance, review panels and advisory groups.
• Support the Programme Teams data and impact coordination by monitoring the measures dashboard.
• Support and where delegated lead the procurement and management of external evaluations.
• Coordinate and where delegated lead the delivery of learning and insight activity, including events, data capture, analysis and dissemination of learning and insight from our project related work. Support the production of reports or insight documents.
Stakeholder Management/ Internal and External Engagement
• Manage ongoing stakeholder relationships and partnerships across the breadth of the initiatives we operate, including help troubleshooting issues which may involve a degree of complexity
• Support colleagues in creating new resources and assisting in team planning and impact.
• Support with developing materials for and delivery of support our projects and their stakeholders including briefings, workshops, grant applications and reporting, case studies and training materials for different audiences.
• Work with the communications team to develop and deliver communications plans for programmes ensuring consistency and shared visions
• Coordinate project-specific engagements that are vital to the success of the programme, including with member NHS charities and other external partners.
• Form professional and beneficial relationships with internal and external stakeholders – including at a senior level, representing the department internally and externally, and bringing policy knowledge to bear to support their influencing in line with our strategic goals
Other duties
· Visibly live NHS Charities Togethers values, including our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
· Carrying out the duties of post in accordance with NHS Charities Togethers policies and procedures on Health and Safety and take responsibility for ensuring personal health and safety.
· Working flexibly, prioritising workload, and working effectively as part of a team. Demonstrating an ability to work calmly and effectively when under pressure of tight deadlines, to deliver work on time and to a high standard.
· Adhere to relevant legislation, best practice, policies, and processes including, but not limited to charity law, the fundraising regulator, GDPR and professional codes and standards.
This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required, and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.
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The British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in the UK and Ireland.
We are a growing organisation which aims to improve the mental health of people across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, through furthering research and good practice in CBT and related professions.
We have more than 25,000 members across the UK, Ireland and overseas, and a growing staff team, who work remotely. Our members are part of geographical branches and Special Interests groups.
We are looking for a highly organised and legally trained Legal Clerk (Complaints) to join our Complaints Team on an initial temporary basis. This is a key role supporting BABCP Panels and Legal Assessors, helping to ensure that complaints and disciplinary processes are conducted with integrity, fairness and transparency.
You will play a central part in disciplinary proceedings, providing high-quality legal, procedural and administrative support. This includes minute-taking for hearings, drafting outcome correspondence, and supporting the accuracy and consistency of decisions across our complaint’s framework.
This role would suit someone with strong legal drafting and organisational skills who is confident working in sensitive, regulated environments and committed to upholding professional standards.
The role is initially temporary for a 12-month period however, there is the possibility of it becoming permanent.
What you’ll be doing
- Acting as minute-taker for BABCP Panels, attending virtual and in-person hearings and producing clear, accurate and impartial records of proceedings and decision-making.
- Drafting outcome letters and decisions in line with Panel findings, ensuring legal and procedural accuracy, with appropriate references to relevant legislation and case law.
- Recording outcomes and decisions within BABCP systems to meet reporting and publication requirements.
- Supporting the development and improvement of procedural templates to ensure consistency and clarity.
- Providing legal, procedural and administrative support to the Complaints Team, including the Complaints Coordinator, Legal Assessors, Complaints and Resolution Managers, the Presenting Officer and Panels throughout the complaints process.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure hearings and meetings run smoothly and efficiently.
- Applying BABCP Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics and Complaints and Disciplinary Procedures consistently.
- Contributing to continuous improvement in complaints handling, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, consistency and accessibility.
- Helping to safeguard the independence and integrity of the complaints and disciplinary process.
What we’re looking for
- Legal training (LLB, GDL, LPC, SQE or CILEX) or substantial experience as a legal clerk, legal secretary, paralegal or similar role, ideally within regulatory or disciplinary settings.
- Exceptional minute-taking skills, with the ability to produce accurate and reliable records of panel meetings and hearings.
- Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational skills and confidence managing sensitive information.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365.
- A sound understanding of data protection, confidentiality and professional ethics.
- Knowledge of human rights, equality law and safeguarding principles within regulatory or disciplinary contexts.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience supporting UK regulatory, disciplinary or tribunal processes.
- Experience working with professional regulators (e.g. HCPC, GMC, NMC or other PSA-accredited registers).
- Experience within psychotherapy, counselling or mental health regulatory environments.
- A strong understanding of procedural fairness.
How to apply
Send an up-to-date CV and covering letter no more than two pages no later than 11th January 2026. Interviews will be likely held within w/c 26th January 2026.
The covering letter should set out how you would meet each of the criteria from the person specification that are marked “Application”.
If you have not heard from us by 22nd January 2026, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We encourage you to keep an eye on our future vacancies and apply again, as we are always looking for talented individuals to join us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Location: Home-based, with travel to office/sites as required.
Responsible to: Drive Programme Manager
Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract until March 2027
Grade: Point 46-47, £48,734- £49,771 (a London Allowance will be applied to employees
who live in London, plus 6% employers’ pension subject to a minimum additional
2% contribution by the employee)
Purpose of the role:
The role of the Drive Practice Adviser Team Lead is to support the practice team in fulfilling their role
whilst also acting as an expert advisor providing expert knowledge in Domestic Abuse to the Drive
teams and to support the get new title from Rosie and Kelly and Drive central team in their work.
We have extensive learnings from 10 years of delivery. The Drive Practice Advisor will play an
important role in applying this best practice to new and existing delivery areas through training and
providing sites with expertise of the Drive Project model, ensuring that local systems and processes
are developed and adapted the for Drive Partnership and supporting the Drive Project service
provider.
In addition to developing practice within the sites, the Practice Advisor Team Lead will ensure that
learning is captured and applied to a continuing developing a national model and practice
framework that is fit for further scale up and replication.
Closing date: January 11th 2026
Interviews to take place: Online
Please see the link for full information and application process
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Vacancy
Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is a faith-based humanitarian relief and development organisation working to save and transform the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people. Established in 1984, with an active presence in over 45 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disasters.
IRW’s Finance & Corporate Services Division is recruiting for the position of Senior Systems Accountant to join its dynamic team based out of its offices in Birmingham, UK. The organisation currently operates to a hybrid working model.
Job Purpose
The Senior Systems Accountant is a key role within Islamic Relief’s Finance team, providing ongoing strategic and operational support for our cloud-based financial system, Unit4 ERP (version 7 – Cloud Release). This role ensures that the finance system is optimally configured and maintained to support efficient business-as-usual (BAU) operations across the organisation.
You will act as the organisation’s Unit4 SUPER user and subject matter expert, responsible for system administration, user support and training, issue resolution, and driving continuous improvement. Working closely with Finance, IT, and system users, you will ensure the ERP system supports accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and process efficiency.
This is not a project implementation role it focuses on the long-term embedding, optimisation, and support of Unit4 ERP7 (CR), delivering both strategic oversight and day-to-day system management.
The successful candidate must have:
- Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent with proven delivery of ERP system administration, configuration, and optimisation in a live finance environment.
- Strong hands-on experience with Unit4 ERP v7 Cloud (financial modules) in a support or administration role.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, accounting principles, and reporting frameworks.
- Proficiency with reporting and analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Excelerator).
- Ability to diagnose and resolve system and user issues independently.
For more information, please click on the Documents tab above to view the full Job Description.
If you are talented, reliable, service-minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional looking for a meaningful career, with a strong commitment to IRW’s mission and values of sincerity, excellence, compassion, social justice and custodianship, please apply by completing our online application form.
For more information on the excellent company benefits we offer our employees, please visit our website.
PLEASE NOTE: Interviews are expected to take place on an ongoing basis until a suitable appointment is made. We therefore may close the advert sooner than the advertised date.
Pre-employment Checks:
Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:
- screening clearance
- proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
- receipt of satisfactory references
Please note, for UK-based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in the UK and Ireland.
We are a growing organisation which aims to improve the mental health of people across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, through furthering research and good practice in CBT and related professions.
We have more than 25,000 members across the UK, Ireland and overseas, and a growing staff team, who work remotely. Our members are part of geographical branches and Special Interests groups.
We are looking for an experienced and legally qualified Legal Assessor to join BABCP in a senior role supporting our complaints and disciplinary framework. This is a key leadership position, providing expert legal and procedural advice to BABCP Panels, supporting the Complaints Team, and ensuring that complaints and disciplinary processes are conducted with fairness, consistency and integrity.
You will play a central role in maintaining public confidence in BABCP’s regulatory processes. This includes advising on law, procedure and evidence, overseeing casework quality, supporting hearings and panels in real time, and leading a multidisciplinary complaints team. The role would suit a confident legal professional with regulatory or disciplinary experience, strong leadership skills and a commitment to upholding professional and ethical standards.
The role is initially temporary for a 12-month period however, there is the possibility of it becoming permanent.
What you’ll be doing
- Providing legal and procedural advice to BABCP Panels and the Complaints Team, ensuring compliance with BABCP Complaints and Disciplinary Procedures.
- Advising Panels on matters of law, procedure, evidence, human rights and equality, ensuring adherence to the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.
- Providing clear, real-time procedural advice during hearings and panel meetings.
- Reviewing complaints and case files to determine BABCP remit and potential breaches of BABCP Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
- Overseeing casework quality, progress and compliance with BABCP policies, PSA standards and accreditation requirements.
- Ensuring investigations and outcomes are proportionate, consistent and aligned with best practice.
- Reviewing or drafting determinations, recommendations and legally robust outcome letters, with appropriate references to legislation and case law.
- Liaising closely with the Complaints Team, including the Complaints Coordinator, Complaints and Resolution Manager, Legal Clerk, Presenting Officer and others to support effective case preparation, including evidence and witnesses.
- Line-managing the Complaints and Resolution Manager(s), Complaints Coordinator and Legal Clerk, or other staff within the complaint team, including supervision, appraisal, workload allocation and professional development.
- Providing leadership that supports continuous improvement, high standards of service and effective team working.
- Supporting the development, review and implementation of BABCP complaints and disciplinary policies, procedures and guidance.
- Delivering training to Panel Members and staff on legal, procedural and regulatory matters.
- Supporting governance arrangements and the work of the Standards and Ethics Committee.
- Ensuring compliance with data protection, confidentiality, equality and safeguarding requirements.
- Monitoring compliance with legal, ethical and regulatory standards and proactively identifying areas for improvement.
- Taking accurate minutes where required and undertaking ad-hoc governance and compliance duties as necessary.
What we’re looking for
- Qualified lawyer in England and Wales (Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive), regulated by a recognised professional body (SRA, BSB or CILEx Regulation).
- Proven experience working in a legal, regulatory or disciplinary context.
- Experience of UK regulatory, disciplinary or tribunal processes, including complaints handling or professional misconduct investigations.
- Experience managing, supervising and developing staff, including performance management and professional development.
- Demonstrable team leadership experience.
- Strong legal drafting, analytical and written communication skills.
- A strong understanding of data protection, confidentiality and professional ethics.
- Sound knowledge of human rights legislation, equality law and safeguarding principles in regulatory or disciplinary contexts.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and to give and receive constructive feedback.
- At least five years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) (desirable).
- Experience working with professional regulators (e.g. HCPC, GMC, NMC or other PSA-accredited registers) (desirable).
- Experience within psychotherapy, counselling or mental health regulatory environments (desirable).
How to apply
Send an up-to-date CV and covering letter no more than two pages no later than 11th January 2026. Interviews will be likely held within w/c 26th January 2026.
The covering letter should set out how you would meet each of the criteria from the person specification that are marked “Application”.
If you have not heard from us by 22nd January 2026, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We encourage you to keep an eye on our future vacancies and apply again, as we are always looking for talented individuals to join us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are delighted to be partnering with The Ehlers-Danlos Society, a global organisation that puts people with Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD) at the centre of everything they do. Their mission is to help the world understand these conditions better, accelerate research, and provide education that truly changes lives.
The organisation is looking for an innovative and strategic Learning & Education Director to lead and grow the Society’s global education portfolio. In this role you will give direction and shape long-term learning strategies, educational initiatives, inspire multidisciplinary teams, and ensure every program reflects scientific rigour, and the lived experience of the EDS/HSD community.
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
- Bachelor’s degree (required) and advanced degree or diploma (PGCE, Master's or PhD (preferred) in Education, Healthcare, Public Health, Instructional Design, or related field.
- Significant leadership experience in healthcare and medical education, with a track record of overseeing learning portfolios.
- A deep understanding of healthcare education and evidence-based learning principles.
- The ability to communicate complex medical or educational concepts clearly and confidently to diverse audiences.
- Experience and network with clinicians, academic institutions, research bodies, and advocacy groups.
If you want your work to directly influence how healthcare professionals understand, diagnose, and support people living with EDS and HSD, bridging knowledge gaps and raising the standard of care worldwide, then this is the role for you!
For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Executive Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Applications should be submitted via the Charisma website and include your CV and a supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or any other category protected by law.
The Ehlers Danlos Society asks every successful candidate to give their consent for us to obtain two written references, consent to a DBS check, and to provide us with documentary proof of qualifications. Any offer of employment will be conditional on these requirements being satisfactory.
Location: Fully remote (UK-based), with occasional travel
Closing date: 19 January 2026
Charisma vetting interviews will need to be completed by close of play on the 27 January in preparation for shortlist submission on the 28 January.
Interviews with The Ehlers-Danlos Society:
- 1st stage interviews: w/c 9 February 2026
- 2nd stage interviews: w/c 16 February 2026
Please note: the chosen candidate will need to be available to attend the annual retreat on 16 March 2025 (this can be attended while the candidate is serving notice. All expenses will be paid, however, if the chosen candidate subsequently withdraws and doesn’t join The Society, the candidate will be expected to reimburse the organisation).
Location: Hybrid
Department: External Affairs & Communications directorate
Salary: £51,000 - £57,500
Hours: This is a full-time post [35 hours per week], however, we welcome applicants with proposals for shared working arrangements or other flexibilities.
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 12th January 2026, 10.00am
Benefits: 10% employers pension contribution (NEST) HSF Health cash Plan-covering employee partners and dependants under 18 28 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays and increases with length of service 2 hours weekly wellbeing time out Employee assistance program , offering GP advice lines, virtual doctors, prescription services, emotional wellbeing support, a legal help line and counselling. Funded eye site test (Specsavers) Pay it forward days- 2 days volunteering Mindful Employer Perkbox and Reward Gateway – discount platforms
Overall Purpose
We are at a critical stage in the evolution of our strategy, and to help build the next era of healthcare, our influence with national decision makers will be crucial. The 10-year plan for the NHS creates opportunities for the NHS charity sector that we must capitalise on.
This role will report to the Associate Director of Policy and Influencing to help shape our policy and influencing activity, including assessing opportunities and risks, and make recommendations for action. This will involve building and utilising strategic relationships, as well as in-depth policy knowledge, to develop and take forward evidence-based and responsive propositions which translate into funded opportunities for the sector, and to influence for improvements in the policy and regulatory environment in which NHS charities operate, to enhance impact.
You will have experience of policy development, be a strategic thinker and excellent at building relationships in a complex stakeholder environment.
Overall objectives
• Work with the AD of Policy and Influencing to scope policy and influencing strategy, assessing opportunities and risks and make recommendations for action.
• Hold relevant policy, strategy and wider contextual expertise and knowledge for the organisation – and the sector – including in-depth understanding of current frameworks and horizon-scanning future developments, identifying issues of interest to the organisation and our members.
• Build long-term strategic relationships with policymakers – including Government, especially the Department of Health and Social Care, and other relevant NHS bodies and health organisations.
• Translate knowledge and strategic relationships into:
o Opportunities for the sector – including through propositions and influencing potential funders / commissioners / decision-makers.
o Improvements in the policy, regulatory and strategic environment within which NHS charities operate, through evidence-based policy calls and influencing.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The main duties and responsibilities of the role holder are as outlined below:
• Support the AD of Policy & Influencing on organisational policy and influencing strategy.
Policy development/ expertise
• Hold organisational policy expertise on identified issues for the NHS charity sector; developing evidenced-based policy positions and relevant strategy for influence.
• Working with the Insights and Impact Specialist ensure sector learnings and impact data inform organisational policy and are shared with policymakers.
• Produce policy briefings and reports for targeted stakeholders.
• Respond to relevant policy consultations.
• Provides reports and information for colleagues within NHS Charities Together to ensure understanding of policy and public affairs and to support organisational strategy.
• Lead on the policy content and analysis for policy and influencing tools such as Financial Comparison survey.
Influencing
• Build relationships with relevant strategic partners (and potential partners) in Government, health care, academia, VCSE and other sectors to support organisational strategy.
• Identify and connect into relevant networks, including representing the organisation and the sector.
• Arrange briefings and roundtable events for targeted stakeholders.
Membership Policy engagement
• Support communication and sector engagement related to policy and public affairs, including identifying relevant policy information needed from members; mobilisation of membership behind relevant calls, and supporting development of members’ skills and capacity relating to influencing and government relations.
Other Duties
• Act as a champion for NHS Charities Together and NHS charities.
• Visibly live NHS Charities Together’s values, including our commitment to diversity and inclusion, particularly by ensuring that our policy and public affairs activity takes into account the diversity of the communities and members that we support.
• Carrying out the duties of post in accordance with NHS Charities Together’s policies and procedures on Health and Safety and take responsibility for ensuring personal health and safety.
• Working flexibly, prioritising workload and working effectively as part of a team.
• Adhere to relevant legislation, best practice, policies and processes including, but not limited to charity law, the fundraising regulator, GDPR and professional codes and standards.
• Represent NHS Charities Together as needed.
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