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Reports to: Croydon Health and Wellbeing Space Manager

Location: Croydon Health and Wellbeing Space (CHWS), Whitgift Centre, North End, Croydon CR0 1LP (additional locations may be identified in the future)

Hours: 36 hours per week (full time), Monday to Friday with occasional weekend working required

Croydon Health & Wellbeing Space (CHWS) is an exciting and dynamic service, run in partnership with Mind in Croydon and Croydon BME Forum and commissioned by South London and Maudsley Mental Health Service (SLaM). The CHWS opened in 2022 with the aim of providing advice, information, and specialist support to Croydon residents with mental health concerns, who drop-in, or have been referred to the via the local Integrated Care Network Plus multi-disciplinary clinical and community mental health support teams.

The Advice Worker will be part of a friendly team, including crisis workers and clinical mental health professionals and function as the first point of access for visitors to the CHWS. Following an initial conversation to ascertain the clients’ needs, the Advice Worker will provide information and advice, as well as signposting and referrals to specialist services, such as the Mental Health Personal Independence Co-ordinators, Social Prescribers and Community Link Workers, in addition to the wider voluntary and statutory services in the borough. The role will be fast paced and vary each day offering a fantastic opportunity for the postholder to develop their knowledge and skills and make a difference to the users of this service.

Westway Trust is looking for an inspiring and motivated Health & Social Care Tutor to deliver high-quality teaching to adult learners in North Kensington. You will design and deliver the Level 1 Award in Health and Social Care, supporting learners through engaging sessions, effective assessment, and tailored guidance.

The role involves preparing lessons and resources, carrying out initial assessments, tracking learner progress and attendance, and supporting learners to achieve positive outcomes. You will also contribute to the development of the adult learning programme and achieve key performance targets set by the GLA and RBKC.

This is a great opportunity for a committed tutor with experience in adult learning and a passion for supporting diverse communities.

Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

Teaching

• Deliver high quality sessions including theory and practical demonstrations.
• Lessons are well prepared, suitable resources are developed and marking and assessment is carried out to a high standard in a timely manner (including Scheme of Work and Lesson Plans)
• Appropriate diagnostics carried out to ensure learners are on the correct programme.
• Progress is monitored and tracked through one to ones and tutorials.
• Individual Learning Plans produced for all learners and termly Progress Reviews carried out and kept up to date.
• Learner attendance and punctuality is monitored and where this falls below expectations, suitable interventions are carried out.

Administration

• Maintaining up to date course files and submitting accurate data on attendance and achievement within agreed deadlines.
• Preparing groups of learners for accredited assessment (exam or portfolio) & non accredited assessment (RARPA), marking assessments and taking part in internal moderation and/or consultation meetings with appropriate Trust staff.
• Providing feedback on appropriate documentation for example observation, IQA reports etc.
• Running end of course evaluations and writing tutor end of course reviews.

General 

• To comply with any Health & Safety regulations and, in particular, be familiar with the procedure to be adopted in case of fire and or other Health and Safety concerns e.g. Risk Assessments.
• To attend and participate in meetings, including management meetings, end of term tutor meetings and Westway Trust staff meetings.
• Attending training with Westway Trust and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and keeping up to date with developments in adult learning.

Qualifications:

• A relevant qualification at Level 3 or higher in Health and Social Care or, equivalent relevant and recent experience.
• Either a full teaching qualification for working in adult learning (DTLLS, PGCE or DET) or, a willingness to work towards a teaching qualification
• Previous experience in assessing and tutoring adult health & social care learners.
• Proven experience in adult education.
• A minimum GCSE English Grade C or equivalent.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience of teaching and assessing Health and Social Care qualifications in post 16/further education or adult education.
• Experience of teaching adult learners of mixed abilities and an understanding of appropriate teaching strategies in a similar role.
• Occupational competence/experience in health and social care setting.
• Experience of assessing and recording progress, both in accredited and non-accredited learning and supporting learners.
• Knowledge and experience of working with a variety of exam boards.
• Understanding of the RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement in non-accredited learning) system.
• Experience of working/teaching refugees and or asylum seekers.

Personal Skills:

• The ability to plan programmes of work and develop creative, relevant activities that will facilitate learning.
• The ability to motivate and encourage learners with a variety of learning experiences and from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and the ability to work as part of a highly collaborative team.
• A flexible approach and a willingness to teach in a variety of community venues and to teach cover classes as required.

Benefits of working with us:

• Great location in the heart of North Kensington
• Investor in People (IiP) employer
• Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Sick pay scheme
• Season ticket / bicycle loan
• Free eye test voucher

The application deadline is Sunday 25 January 2026 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early.  An early application is strongly recommended. Please apply directly from our website.

Westway Trust are seeking experienced and qualified Adult Learning Tutors to join their expanding tutor team to deliver accredited and non-accredited Digital Skills courses to adult learners in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea (RBKC) area.This is a part-time, term-time role.

The primary responsibility of the Digital Skills Tutor will be to design and deliver high quality, learner-centred teaching, and learning and assessment experiences to our employed and unemployed adult learners from Entry level to Level 1, while supporting the Adult and Community Learning Manager to achieve the Trust’s strategic objectives.

We are looking for tutors who thrive on flexibility as the number of courses allocated to you, along with the course subject, and the level of learners and course location may vary from term to term.  If you are passionate about teaching and making a difference in people’s lives and being part of something meaningful, we want to hear from you.

Westway Trust is a community-guided organisation located in North Kensington which runs an adult learning programme of accredited and non-accredited provision across a range of subjects. We aim to enable people to progress in work, in learning and in life. Our learners come from a variety of backgrounds and have different prior experiences of learning.

Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

Teaching

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality teaching and learning sessions, workshops, and tutorials in line with the curriculum requirements and the needs of individual learners, ensuring learning objectives are met
• Assess learners’ abilities and identify areas for improvement, tailoring teaching and learning methods and resources accordingly
• Rigorously monitor and track learners’ progress, providing regular feedback and implementing strategies to address areas of weakness or underperformance
• Set and mark assignments, tests, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to learners to support their learning and improvement
• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, actively promoting learner participation, motivation, and confidence in professional development
• Maintain accurate records of learners’ attendance, progress, and assessment outcomes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal requirements

Administration

• To carry out and keep records of initial and diagnostic assessments, identifying areas for improvement, tailoring teaching and learning methods and resources accordingly
• To identify materials and equipment/resource needs to assist the provision of teaching and learning by students
• To develop differentiated Individual Learning Plans with students, monitor and track learners’ progress, providing regular feedback and strategically addressing areas of weakness maintaining up to date course files and submitting accurate data on attendance and achievement within agreed deadlines
• Preparing groups of learners for accredited assessment (exam or portfolio) & non-accredited assessment (RARPA), marking assessments and taking part in internal moderation and/or consultation meetings with appropriate Trust staff

Qualifications:

• Teaching or training qualification for working in adult learning (e.g. PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS or equivalent suitable experience)
• A minimum GCSE English Grade C or equivalent.
• Level 3 or higher in a relevant subject (e.g. ICT) or willingness to work towards a Digital Skills teaching qualification (desirable).

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Essential

• Practical work experience as an ICT Tutor, demonstrating hands-on knowledge and skills applicable to real-world scenarios
• Experience of teaching adult learners and an understanding of appropriate teaching strategies in a similar role
• Experience of devising course outlines and schemes of work
• Experience of managing mixed groups of learners
• Knowledge and experience of working with a variety of exam boards
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and the ability to work as part of a highly collaborative team

Desirable

• Understanding of the RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement in non-accredited learning) system
• Experience of working/teaching refugees and or asylum seekers
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to impart essential knowledge to students
• The ability to speak a community language

Benefits of working with us:

• Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington
• Investor in People (IiP) employer
• Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Sick pay scheme
• Season ticket / bicycle loan
• Free eye test voucher

The application deadline is Sunday 1 February when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early.  An early application is strongly recommended. Please apply directly from our wesbite.

Age UK is hiring a Senior Funded Delivery Manager! This role will manage the effective delivery of funded programmes, projects or activities, ensuring that these activities are delivered to a high standard, meeting contractual and legal obligations and having impact for older people. As the Senior Funded Delivery Manager, you will provide a senior and experienced delivery function in relation to funded activity, working closely with Service Development & Improvement colleagues to establish and onboard new activity into the Delivery team, developing business and project plans for delivery, and ensuring both internal and external stakeholders are engaged in planning and delivery. You will also take direct responsibility for the delivery of complex contracts and grants, particularly where these require more engagement with external stakeholders and are of higher value, and provide line management and support to Funded Delivery Manager on less complex delivery.

We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office (EC3N 2LB) - currently at least once a week and may involve travel across the UK. Travel costs to the London office are the responsibility of the postholder and are not covered by the charity.

Please note this role is being offered as a Fixed Term Contract (12 months).

Age UK internal grade: 5L

Last date for applications Monday 12th January 2026.

Must haves:

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Experience

• Substantial and successful track record of programme and project management, and effective delivery of complex projects. A, I
• Experience of working in a fast paced, complex environment, working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders and project managing cross divisional input. A, I
• Experience of working and reporting to a diverse range of funders including corporate, health and local authority commissioners, government departments and grant making bodies. A, I
• Experience of working within an outcomes focused organisation and associated reporting structures. I
• Experience of preparing and managing a budget and inputting into organisational financial processes. A, I
• Experience of operational and business planning and supporting strategic planning. A, I
• Experience of managing people, and external consultants and agencies. A
• Experience of a variety of delivery projects, including test and learn projects, scaling up. I
• Experience of developing and implementing communication and engagement strategies as they relate to delivery. I
• Experience of contract management and managing delivery of activity within linked third party organisations. A, I

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of the role of statutory, voluntary and private sectors in relation to service provision for older people. I
• Knowledge of services for older people, with a particular focus on those provided by the Age UK Network. I
• Well developed understanding of the environment affecting statutory, private and voluntary sector organisations which deliver services to older people. A, I
• Keen understanding of the issues faced by older people. I
• Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise workloads, maintain systems, manage competing demands and work calmly and confidently under pressure. I
• Strong people management skills, including performance management and professional development. A, I
• Proactive, creative and flexible approach to identifying and taking forward new approaches and solutions. I
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to adapt tone and message for different audiences, with the ability to present confidently and effectively. A
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft tools and understanding of CRM systems as they relate to service delivery. I
• Excellent inter-personal, negotiating and influencing skills, with the presence and authority to act as an ambassador for Age UK. I
• Excellent team working skills along with an ability to use own initiative to take action. I
• Strong ability to analyse issues and problems systematically, gather broad and balanced inputs, draw sound conclusions and translate those into timely action. I

Personal attributes

• Commitment to high standards in your own work and others work, with strong attention to detail. I
• Numerate and comfortable in dealing with financial information. I
• Ability to analyse and solve strategic and operational problems. I
• Commitment to user and needs led services. I

Great to haves:

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Experience

• Commitment to user and needs led services. A

Skills and Knowledge

• Project Management Qualification. A
• Working knowledge of public policy as it relates to older people. A

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + 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. (subject to affordability)
• Blue Light Card scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.

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. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, 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.

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.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

For a full list of benefits please visit our website.

Contract:  12-month fixed-term contract

Salary:  £60,000 per annum 

Location: Home-based with regular travel 

Closing date:  Wednesday 28 January 2026 

Interview date:  4 & 5 February 2026 

Blue Cross is seeking an experienced and ambitious Head of Philanthropy to lead and make an active contribution to our High Value Fundraising project, a key initiative designed to grow our future income. This 12-month fixed-term role will focus on delivering high-impact fundraising activity while managing and inspiring a talented Philanthropy team. 

More about the role

You will support in the delivery of the 2026 Philanthropy plan across trusts, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals, with a particular focus on the High Value Fundraising project. Leading high-value fundraising activity, you will manage your own portfolio, create income pipelines, develop key performance indicators, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maximise philanthropic support. You will ensure the charity’s Case for Support remains current and compelling and deliver high-standard donor reporting. 

This is a home-based role with a contracted base site. Travel to your base site is considered normal commuting, while travel to other Blue Cross locations or partner sites will be reimbursed. 

About you

You are a credible senior leader with a strong track record in philanthropy fundraising, capable of translating strategic priorities into tangible outcomes. Motivated by ambitious goals, you thrive on building relationships, inspiring teams, and influencing at the highest level. You are resilient, creative, and aligned with Blue Cross’s values of compassion, courage, and inclusion. 

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience 

• Extensive experience developing strategies that increase income from major donors and institutional funders, including personally securing five- and ideally six-figure donations 
• Proven experience of meeting and exceeding ambitious income growth targets 
• Experience of building and managing funder relationships 
• Strong financial monitoring, target setting, and reporting skills 
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to analyse and present data tailored for different audiences 
• Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills 
• Track record of leading, managing, and inspiring a team, encouraging innovation and improving ways of working 
• Experience working at senior organisational levels and managing relationships with Directors, CEOs, and Boards 
• The ability to demonstrate, understand, and apply Blue Cross’s values 

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience 

• Experience of fundraising for significant capital projects 
• Knowledge of CRM systems and data management 

How to apply  

Click Apply to submit your application. Please note that applications may close early if we receive a high volume, so we encourage early submission. 

Job Title: Service Manager - Eastern European Service

Location:Hybrid with a requirement to occasionally work at Head Office (Vauxhall, London) and other multiagency settings
Salary: £21,813.66 per annum (Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement)

Contract type: Part Time, Permanent

Hours: 18.75 hours per week (Wednesday’s PM, Thursday’s AM&PM and Fridays AM&PM)

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as Service Manager for the Eastern European Outreach Service. This vital role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team of Independent Gender Violence Advocates (IGVAs) in delivering high-quality support to women and children affected by domestic abuse.

This role is part of a job share which will lead our Eastern European Outreach Service, covering five boroughs across East and West London. This is a dynamic and fast-paced role for someone passionate about supporting women and children affected by domestic abuse and other forms of gender-based violence. Together with your colleague (another Service Manager) you  will play a key role in ensuring that reporting requirements and service outcomes are consistently met, maintaining Refuge’s high standards and fulfilling contractual and funding obligations.

As Service Manager, you will oversee the delivery and development of high-quality outreach services tailored to the needs of Eastern European communities. This includes recognising and addressing the specific barriers these communities face in accessing support. You will provide line management to outreach staff, including supervision on complex and high-risk cases, and ensure operational emergencies are managed effectively.

You will lead on multi-agency collaboration, working closely with stakeholders to ensure a coordinated and trauma-informed response for survivors. The role requires strong experience in casework management, staff supervision, and direct support to vulnerable individuals. A solid understanding of domestic abuse, gender-based violence, and its impact is essential, along with knowledge of relevant legislation including Criminal and Civil law, Housing, and Health & Safety.

For this role, it is essential for candidates to be proficient in one or more Eastern European languages. We particularly encourage applications from Romanian, Lithuanian or Polish speaking candidates.

This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement  under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Closing date: 09:00am on 2 Febrary 2026

Interview dates: 13 February 2026

Are you a dynamic corporate fundraiser with a track record of winning and growing six-figure partnerships? Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit their next Head of Partnerships and Events.

This is a key leadership role within the fundraising team, managing a portfolio worth over £1.6m and leading a team of two: a Corporate Fundraising Manager and a Special Events Manager.

About the role

• Lead and grow a corporate partnerships portfolio worth c.£850k, with around 30 partners including well-known brands from hospitality, sport and property.
• Drive new business and steward relationships to an exceptional standard, with a clear ambition to grow corporate income to £1m+.
• Oversee a high-value events portfolio (c.£750k income) including a Winter Ball, Golf Day and other supporter-led events – supported by an experienced events manager.
• Contribute to senior fundraising strategy and play a vital role in shaping the future growth of partnerships income.

About you

We’re looking for someone who can bring:

• Significant experience in corporate partnerships, including evidence of securing and managing six-figure wins.
• A strong new business track record, with demonstrable examples to share at interview.
• Proven line management skills and the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent account management and stewardship expertise.
• Confidence and ambition to step up into a head of role, if this is your next career move.

Key details

• Salary: Mid-£50,000s
• Contract: Full-time, permanent
• Location: North London office, with hybrid working (up to 2 days remote)
• Reports to: Director of Fundraising & Communications
• Line reports: Corporate Fundraising Manager, Special Events Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious fundraiser to make a real impact, working with high-profile partners and leading a talented team in a supportive, forward-looking environment.

To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience.

For a full job description and details on how to apply, please contact Hannah at Harris Hill on [email protected]

Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.

We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Care Supervisor to lead and supervise care teams at Halsey House.

Work pattern: 37.5 hours per week, 3 shifts over 7 days between 07.00 - 19.30.

As Care Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will create and update care plans that prioritise individual needs, promoting health, well-being, and independence. Assessing and managing risks will be key to ensuring beneficiaries feel safe while maintaining their autonomy. Monitoring physical, mental, and psychological health will be a core part of your role, ensuring timely interventions when needed.

You will also manage shifts effectively, mentor team members, and foster a positive and supportive working environment. You’ll also contribute to continuous improvement by engaging in quality assurance activities, training, audits, and policy development.

We would like to hear from individuals who want to make a positive difference to the lives of those that have served, ensuring their unique contribution is not forgotten.

We’re looking for someone with:

- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Social Care or equivalent.
- Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisory Apprenticeship Standard (or willingness to work towards it).
- Experience in a care home, adult health, or social care setting, particularly supporting older people and those with dementia.
- Strong skills in assessing needs, creating and evaluating care plans.
- Experience in safe medication management, including ordering, storage, administration, and disposal.
- A compassionate approach to end-of-life care.
- A commitment to continuous professional development, especially in dementia care.

What we offer:

- Great staffing team, excellent facilities
- Flexible working hours
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free parking
- Competitive generous pension plan
- Supported training and development. Legion wide
- Health care cash plan
- In house and independent counselling wellbeing scheme
- Retail discounts. Supermarkets, technology, travel, sport & leisure + lots more
- Refer a Friend scheme.
- Long Service and staff recognition awards
- LGTBQ safe space

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.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.

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.

East End Homes is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell in their search for a permanent Senior Finance Business Partner.

East End Homes is a leading housing provider dedicated to building sustainable communities through high-quality homes, exceptional services, and operational excellence. Every member of the team shares a common mission: to improve lives through quality housing and outstanding support. Their strategic vision focuses on developing sustainable communities, increasing operational efficiency, and fostering innovation and community engagement.

They are now seeking an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to take full accountability for delivering strategic financial insights and support across the organisation. This pivotal leadership role will enable the Financial Controller to focus on broader strategic priorities, while ensuring robust financial management, insightful analysis, and effective governance throughout the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partnering with budget holders across the organisation to develop budgets, forecasts, and reports that inform strategic decision-making.
• Enhancing the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data to create a more forward-looking, insight-driven finance function.
• Lead on the production of end-to-end management accounting.
• Leading ongoing improvements in financial systems, processes, and reporting to drive efficiencies and foster better collaboration.
• Providing financial leadership during key projects, including refining forecasting accuracy and streamlining year-end procedures.
• Acting as a trusted adviser to the senior leadership team, clearly communicating financial risks, opportunities, and insights.

The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate:

• Proven experience working directly with budget holders and engaging senior stakeholders.
• Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning & analysis
• The ability to manage and develop a finance team, with a focus on process improvements.
• Experience in the social housing sector
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• A collaborative, proactive approach with the resilience to work effectively under pressure.

The role offers a generous 33 days on annual leave, highly competitive pension and a flexible hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days per week at the head office located at 3 Resolution Plaza, London E1 6PS.

The closing date for applications is 7th December, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - early submission is highly recommended.

Please submit your CV to Robertson Bell, East End Homes’ exclusive recruitment partner.

About the role 

No Second Night Out (NSNO) provides a rapid intervention service to identify the quickest and most sustainable route away from the streets for new rough sleepers. NSNO is a 24-hour service, which aims to move clients on within 7 days from hubs, and within 42 days from staging posts.

In this role you will: 

• Work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with clients affected by rough sleeping. 

• Support a team of Assessment and Reconnection Workers, with key tasks such as, assessing clients, implementing move on action plans and supporting clients towards a route away from the streets.

Working as a Trainee Assessment and Reconnection Worker you will: 

• Develop the necessary skills and knowledge to manage a caseload of clients working with them in a person-centred way and supporting them with their wellbeing and recovery.

• Develop the necessary skills and knowledge to work as part of the team to deliver the day-to-day service alongside colleagues and external services.

• Work closely with the team to receive on the job learning; shadow staff to observe how they support clients through person centred planning to empower them to make positive changes in their lives, including linking them in with all necessary support services internally and externally.

About you  

This is a fantastic role for people looking to develop a career in the sector.

• Some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or clients or customers in a busy service environment.

• Personal experience of homelessness and/or an understanding of; and empathy with the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people.

• A genuine interest in helping vulnerable people to make positive changes in their life, and the willingness to develop these valuable skills. 

How to apply: 

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. 

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 22nd Jan 2026

Interview and assessments on: 2nd Feb 2026

Our client brings together the South Asian diaspora and partners to create bold, innovative, and scalable solutions that catalyse systemic change and unlock the potential of communities and in the last five years has seen rapid and significant growth. Annual turnover has increased to more than £20m, they have successfully delivered the world’s largest Development Impact Bond, launched many successful appeals and funds and are now a preferred destination for philanthropic ambitions globally. They will now recruit a new Head of Philanthropy and Prospectus is leading the search.  

Head of Philanthropy
c. £75,000
Permanent
Hybrid from the West London office, two days per week in the office
Interviews beginning w/c 2nd February

The Head of Philanthropy will lead and grow the high-value philanthropy strategy, driving both unrestricted and restricted income major donors, philanthropists and senior influencers. The postholder will take direct responsibility for the Founders Circle and other existing philanthropy programme while ensuring overall strategy and income growth is not overly dependent on any single initiative. Your key stakeholders will include Trustees, the Chief Executive, the Executive Director of Fundraising & Communications as well as many senior influencers as you shape compelling philanthropic opportunities for transformational giving.

The selected candidate will have extensive experience of delivering income against agreed targets and will also have extensive experience of managing and developing relationships with existing and potential philanthropists. Team management experience is essential, as will be experience of securing six figure gifts and the ability to communicate bespoke philanthropy opportunities for high value donors.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus and Ariha Semontee at Prospectus.

If you are interested in applying to this Head of Philanthropy position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You’ll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. If you would like to arrange an informal discussion before applying, please contact Ryan and Ariha on the emails provided above. 

Job Purpose:

Terms & Conditions:

To Apply:

• Is restricted to women only as a genuine occupational requirement
• Requires the right to work in the UK
• Is subject to an Enhanced + Adult Barred List DBS check
• Is subject to successful HMPPS enhanced vetting

Company Description

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.

Job Description

In this role you will be leading on content, managing the calendar and working with our wider teams on the planning and delivery of Marie Curie campaigns including the Great Daffodil Appeal and the Nobody Should Die in Poverty campaign. This role is vital to the organisation; collaborating with colleagues and key stakeholders across the charity to bring our brand, our services, and our mission to life online. 

You will be responsible for:   

• Channel management and reputation: you will manage daily content across Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok and other social platforms with a combined audience of nearly 800,000 followers.  

• Social media strategy: you will also be responsible for the development of social media strategy for key campaign activity, e.g. Great Daffodil Appeal, National Day of Reflection, and brand campaigns, as well as ensuring social media is integrated into wider communications and marketing plans.  

• Content creation: leading on content across our national channels, you will work with colleagues in the PR, Content and Creative teams to plan and develop daily content.  

• Budget management and paid activity: you will lead on our organic paid strategy, working closely with our Digital Marketing Manager, and liaise with external agency on a weekly basis to review and refine our approach. You are the budget holder for this activity, including decision making to optimise best performing content and to maximise reach and engagement.  

• Regional strategy: you will lead on our regional social media strategy reflecting our aim to become a place-based organisation, working with key stakeholders across the nations, to ensure our local presence is engaging, vibrant and complements our national activity.  

Key Criteria: 

• An experienced social media expert to bring insight, passion, and talent to the organisation and team.  
• Experience of social-first content development, across Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tik Tok, Linkedin and Youtube. 
• Charity Experience in managing high profile campaigns 
• Proven ability in using data measurement and insights to improve and optimise social performance. 
• Proven track record of developing, managing, and growing successful online communities 
• A degree is not essential for this role however we expect you to have previously: 
• Created, developed and delivered social media strategy and plans (including managing content, engagement, platform development and listening tools). 
• Managed a variety of key stakeholders, including leading on strategy in devolved nations where appropriate 

Please see the full job description

Application & Interview Process

• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
• Close date for applications: Sunday 18th January 2026 

Salary: £36,900 - £41,000

Contract: 6 month contract

Based: Homebased, can be based in London with regular travel to London Office

Benefits you’ll LOVE:

• Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
• 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Industry-leading training programmes
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
• Access to Blue Light Card membership
• Subsidised Eye Care

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.  We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments.  Please email any requests to

Additional Information

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [email protected]

Director of Retail

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About the Role

We are seeking an outstanding Director of Retail to lead one of Sense’s most significant income-generating operations. This is a critical executive leadership role, responsible for the strategic direction, performance, and future resilience of 108 charity shops, employing over 300 staff and generating £15m annual turnover.

Reporting directly to the Chief Finance & Commercial Officer, you will lead a national retail team and play a pivotal role in ensuring Sense’s long-term financial sustainability. You will drive innovation, commercial excellence, and operational effectiveness - building a modern, resilient retail model that supports Sense’s mission and responds to a fast-changing retail landscape.

This is a hybrid role, working between home and our site in Crayford. There will also be regular travel to our charity shops across the UK.

Key Objectives

• Develop and deliver a national retail strategy that drives sustainable income growth across physical shops and e-commerce.
• Lead digital and operational innovation to improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, and maximise profitability.
• Build strong strategic partnerships to extend reach, visibility, and income.
• Champion sector-leading retail practice, ensuring Sense remains competitive, agile, and future-focused.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational leadership to a high-performing national retail team of staff and volunteers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive retail performance using data-led insights to identify opportunities, manage risk, and deliver results.
• Strengthen and diversify income streams, including expanding and optimising e-commerce.
• Lead financial planning and performance management, ensuring delivery of income targets and strong return on investment.
• Optimise the retail property portfolio to ensure value for money, profitability, and estate sustainability.
• Lead scenario planning and build operational resilience to respond effectively to market changes.
• Ensure robust governance, compliance, and risk management across all retail operations.
• Strengthen community engagement and deliver a consistent, high-quality customer experience across all retail locations.
• Represent Sense Retail externally, building influence with sector bodies, partners, and stakeholders.
• Embed sustainability and social responsibility into retail practices, supporting Sense’s commitment to addressing the climate crisis.

About You

You will be a strategic, values-driven retail leader with the credibility and experience to operate at executive level.

You will bring:

• Proven success in a senior retail leadership role within a large multi-site charity, public sector body, or comparable organisation.
• A strong track record of driving income growth, innovation, and transformation.
• Experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams through change.
• Deep knowledge of charity retail governance, regulation, and best practice.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing significant budgets and using performance analytics to inform decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to executive teams and boards.
• A clear commitment to equity, inclusion, and the rights of disabled people.
• Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to lead calmly and confidently in a complex environment.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.