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Location:  Across London

Closing date: 26 April 2026

Interview dates: 12 - 15 May 2026

Whether your empathy towards homeless people has its roots in personal experience or your compassionate nature and determination to help, when you join Thames Reach on our 12-month Traineeship programme, you’ll be making a difference and taking the first steps towards a great career.

About us…

Thames Reach runs projects and services that help to end homelessness in London. We work directly with homeless people on the streets and in hostels.  We work to prevent vulnerable people from becoming homeless.  We help formerly homeless people get their lives back on track and help people find work and access training and volunteering opportunities.

Is our mission easy? No, but we never give up on people. Last year we helped more than 15,000 people.

Is our work rewarding? Yes, in every sense. We’re listed as one of the top 100 Best Workplaces in the UK.  There’s no better place to develop or transfer your skills and build a fulfilling career.

About this role…

Every role at Thames Reach is about ensuring that the users of our services find and sustain a decent home, develop supportive relationships and lead fulfilling lives. On our structured Traineeship scheme, you’ll gain first-hand experience and on-the-job training in what we do. You’ll be expected to work full time on a rota basis. Our placements involve a range of working patterns such as shifts, including evenings and weekends, night work in our fast-paced Rapid Response Outreach team and Monday to Friday 9-5 roles.

The key features are:

• A thorough induction, followed by two six-month placements at our projects, one of which will be hostel-based.

• With supervision and training from experienced employees to help our clients to get off and stay off the street with access to appropriate services.

• Learning about and assisting with necessary administration and record-keeping.

The kind of things we’re looking for:

• Compassion, determination and a desire to play your part in ending street homelessness.

• Good basic admin and IT skills.

• Good team working skills

• The resilience and commitment to work in a challenging, ever-changing environment.

• An understanding of street homelessness and its impact on people’s lives – applicants who have experienced homelessness are particularly encouraged to apply.

What you can expect…

• A generous pension contribution - we contribute 6.5% to your pension when you contribute 1.5%.

• A range of other benefits including generous holiday allowance – 24 days per year, wellbeing support, cycle to work and season ticket loans.

• High quality on-the-job training with the opportunity to develop the skills needed for a career in our front-line services.

• Potential job prospects – although this is not guaranteed, many of our trainees have gained permanent employment at Thames Reach or in related organisations following completion of the programme.

• Application Support – we encourage candidates who would like support with their application to get in touch before applying. 

Please note that we cannot guarantee location of placements for successful intakes.

Thames Reach welcomes applications from people with transferable skills and fresh perspectives.

To apply visit our website and complete our application form.

We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We value, respect, and celebrate diversity. We welcome and encourage applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their history of homelessness, sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Thames Reach is committed to safeguarding. Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Having a criminal record will not exclude you from applying but you will be asked to provide further details as most posts are considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate a multi-year racial equity partnership programme called “Leadership Lighthouses”.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking mission to support the development of social purpose leaders from Global Majority backgrounds.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with partners, participants, and a team of skilled facilitators to coordinate programme planning, logistics and successful delivery, ensuring a high quality experience for all involved.

The key responsibilities of the role are to:

• Lead day-to-day programme coordination, ensuring milestones are met, project plans remain live and up to date, and risks or delays are proactively identified, communicated, and mitigated to support timely delivery.

• Act as the key operational contact for the programme, coordinating task allocation and communications with the programmes team, steering group, and wider stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality information flow aligned with project milestones.

• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation schedules and data collection.

• Coordinate steering group meetings.

• Coordinate communications and agreements with facilitators, programme contributors, partners and venues.

• Coordinate participant recruitment processes, working closely with the Programmes Administrator to ensure smooth application, selection, and onboarding in line with project milestones.

• Support the Director of Programmes in moderating applications and conducting applicant interviews.

• Assess learner needs and coordinate learning and accessibility adjustments in collaboration with the Director of Programmes; hold meetings or calls with participants and facilitators to understand additional needs and ensure a positive programme experience, and liaise with relevant colleagues on implications for delivery.

• Coordinate logistics for both in-person and online programme sessions.

• Monitor the safeguarding inbox and liaise with the Director of Programmes, Safeguarding Lead, and facilitators to agree and implement appropriate follow-up actions.

• Support logistics and administration for facilitator training and development sessions.

• Monitor and track the programme budget, support financial reporting, and collaborate with the Director of Programmes to ensure efficient use of resources.

• Conduct desktop research in line with the location decision framework when establishing locations for future programmes.

• Coordinate and respond to participant communications, working in collaboration with the Programmes Administrator and Director of Programmes.

• Work with the Marketing team to provide regular updates on programme progress, providing relevant programme information to support marketing and promotional activities.

About You

We seek a highly organised individual with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly and efficiently, who brings an inclusive approach and is driven to ensure that the Leadership Lighthouses programme is impactful, and delivers a positive experience for partners, participants and their communities.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Take a look at the full job description, which includes details on the key responsibilities and application process.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone is valued and respected. We run a blind recruitment process to ensure fairness and equity, anonymising applications so that you are assessed solely on your experience and potential.

Key Dates

• Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 26 April 2026

• Initial interview (online): Wednesday 13 May 2026

• Final interview (in person, in London): Wednesday 20 May 2026 (flexibility can be discussed)

This role will support the work of the World Obesity Federation in its role leading dissemination activities under a specific research consortium project; alongside support for intersecting areas of work across the WOF portfolio. Key activities will include: Developing content for website and social media from scientific outputs; using a media monitoring tool to gather relevant data and insights to support dissemination; and co-ordinating planning for webinar and event hosting and project participation at wider events. The role will liaise with cross-team colleagues to identify relevant dissemination opportunities, and support article formatting and submissions, alongside regularly engaging with project teams and wider stakeholders as relevant, and developing project reports. Additionally the role will support engagement of people with lived experience as part of project and wider activities. 

Can you help support new dads when it really matters?

We’re looking for a Dad Matters Coordinator to help us reach more families across Brent. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who understands the emotional ups and downs of becoming a dad and wants to support fathers at a crucial point in their parenting journey.

New dads can face real mental health challenges — often quietly. In this role, you’ll help dads feel listened to, supported and confident, strengthening attachment and helping them access the right support.

What you’ll be doing

• Offering coaching and advice to new dads and dads-to-be

• Having honest conversations about mental health, bonding and wellbeing

• Getting out into the community, approaching dads and building trust

• Developing and running group sessions and workshops

• Working closely with health professionals and local services so dads are included and supported

• Helping grow and support our Dad Matters volunteers

This is a hands-on, community-based role, so you’ll need to be regularly out and about in Brent, building visibility and relationships.

About you

You don’t need formal qualifications in healthcare or mental health. What matters is that you:

• Understand the mental health challenges new dads can face

• Are confident talking to people and putting them at ease

• Have experience in a community, support or people-facing role

• Can lead groups, deliver sessions or training

• Are proactive, approachable and genuinely care about supporting families

Parenting experience and lived experience of key issues are both really valued.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a supportive organisation doing meaningful work, with the chance to shape and grow Dad Matters in Brent and see the impact of your work first-hand.

Not sure if it’s for you?
We’d still love to hear from you — get in touch for an informal chat

Note: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 due to the nature of our work

The Talent Set are partnering with a leading health charity to recruit a Prospect Research Manager to play a pivotal role in driving income growth across high-value fundraising. Sitting within a dynamic relationship development team, this role will be central to building robust pipelines and unlocking new opportunities across philanthropy and partnerships.
The successful candidate will lead on delivering high-quality, insight-led research to support fundraising strategy and decision-making. Working closely with senior stakeholders and philanthropy colleagues, they will help identify and prioritise prospects, inform cultivation strategies, and strengthen pipeline management.
This is a highly collaborative role, combining research expertise, stakeholder engagement and strategic influence.

Key duties include:

• Identify, research and profile high-value prospects across multiple income streams
• Deliver detailed briefings and insight to support senior leadership, trustees and fundraising teams
• Support and help lead portfolio and pipeline review processes
• Contribute to the development and delivery of prospect management strategy
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, influencing decision-making through insight
• Lead on research projects aligned to strategic priorities and high-value opportunities
• Ensure best practice in due diligence, GDPR and ethical fundraising
• Champion effective use of CRM systems to strengthen prospect tracking and reporting
• Monitor sector trends and identify new tools, approaches and opportunities to enhance research capability

About you:

• Proven experience in prospect research within a fundraising environment
• Strong track record of supporting high-value fundraising, including six-figure+ prospects
• Experience working in complex organisations with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent research, analytical and writing skills with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to influence and engage senior stakeholders
• Strong understanding of CRM systems and prospect management processes
• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable managing competing priorities
• Passionate about using insight to drive strategic fundraising growth

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

The Talent Set are partnering with an ambitious health charity to recruit a Senior Legacy Manager at a pivotal period of investment & growth. With bold ambitions to double income over the next five years, legacy giving will play a critical role in delivering long-term, sustainable growth.
The Senior Legacy Manager will lead the strategic development and delivery of a high-performing legacy programme, overseeing supporter acquisition, engagement and stewardship across the full legacy journey.
 

Key duties include:

• Set and deliver the long-term strategy for legacy fundraising in line with organisational growth plans
• Lead and develop multi-channel legacy marketing campaigns and supporter journeys
• Drive acquisition, engagement and stewardship of legacy supporters to grow future income
• Manage budgets, forecasts and reporting, ensuring strong ROI and performance against targets
• Analyse market trends and performance data to identify new opportunities and optimise strategy
• Line manage and develop team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture
• Work closely with internal teams (fundraising, marketing, data and supporter care) to deliver integrated campaigns
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to embed legacy giving across the organisation
• Manage external agencies and suppliers to deliver high-quality activity

About you

• Proven experience leading a successful legacy fundraising programme
• Strong track record of developing and delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting and reporting on income performance
• Confident leader with experience managing and developing teams
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to use data and insight to inform strategy
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Proactive, collaborative and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about delivering long-term impact through legacy giving

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Archdeacons are called to share in the mission of the church, exercising their ministry in close collaboration with the Bishop. They play a significant role in the recruitment, oversight, support, discipline, and pastoral care of the clergy. They also play a key role in strategic planning, managing conflict, encouraging stewardship and responding to safeguarding issues, alongside exercising their legal responsibilities.

The Archdeacons’ PA will need to have a high level of hospitality, a friendly and engaging telephone manner, and excellent people skills. The PA manages many interactions with clergy and parishes and is often the first port of call with the wider Diocese.

With a close eye for detail they provide administrative support to the archdeacons, managing their diaries, project managing events, ensuring processes work effectively, writing or acting on their behalf, and providing the information and support they need to carry out their work effectively and in a timely manner. 

They need to take the initiative and be proactive in finding creative solutions to a range of issues. An ability to prioritise will be essential.

The ability to take initiative and be proactive is a key skill for an archdeacons' PA, as is flexibility, as the workflow is not always consistent, and the two archdeacons at different times have different demands. The PA is part of the Kingston Area Team, consisting of the Bishop of Kingston, his Chaplain, the two Archdeacons, and the two PAs and so must be an exceptional team player.

 While experience of church life - particularly in the Church of England - would be an advantage, the ability to learn and be empathetic are the key strengths the PA needs.

My client is a globally active, purpose-driven foundation. Working with a diverse network of partners they work to advance inclusive and equitable outcomes worldwide. Operating across 50+ countries, they are committed to delivering long-term, sustainable impact through collaboration and innovation.

At present they are looking to appoint an interim Finance Business Partner to support their international operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with internal teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Provide financial analysis and insights to inform strategic and operational decisions
• Support the financial oversight of grant-making and programme activities across multiple regions
• Monitor budgets and expenditure, identifying risks, trends, and opportunities
• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely financial reports for senior stakeholders

The ideal candidate will be a commercially aware and collaborative finance professional with:

• Full CCAB qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Experience in a Finance Business Partner or similar role
• Strong financial planning, analysis, and reporting capabilities
• The ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Experience in an international, not-for-profit, or complex multi-entity environment is advantageous but not essential.

Salary: £38,688 £3,090 London Weighting
Contract: 6-month FTC
Location: London / Hybrid – two days per week in office
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: 24–28 days annual leave & option to buy/sell more, up to 5% pension contribution, Employee Assistance Programme, Life assurance cover, Health cash plan

We’re delighted to be supporting Sense, the national disability charity supporting people with complex needs, as they recruit a committed Senior Trusts Officer to join their High Value Relationships team on a 6-month FTC.

Sitting within the Trusts Team, and reporting to the Head of High Value Relationships, you will take ownership of a diverse and evolving portfolio of warm and cold trust prospects giving up to £50,000, leading the full lifecycle of trust fundraising: from prospect research and pipeline development, to developing compelling proposals, stewarding funders, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting.

To succeed as Senior Trusts Officer, you will need:

• Experience securing 5-figure grants and developing successful proposals
• Strong relationship?building skills and confidence engaging with funders and internal stakeholders
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information clearly

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact us and quote the reference 2937JP.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector — you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.

If sufficient applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the role early.
 

Clore Leadership is looking for a hands-on finance professional to keep our organisation running smoothly and thinking ahead. From managing budgets and ensuring compliance to supporting strategic planning, you’ll play a key role in helping us make the most of our resources and maximise our impact.

Senior Women’s Protection Adviser - Maternity Cover

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Role Title: Senior Women’s Protection Adviser - Maternity Cover
Salary: £49,370 to £50,797 Pro-Rata
Location: Hybrid: London 
Tenure: fixed term - 6-9 months

ActionAid UK is a member of the ActionAid Federation, an international charity that works with women and girls living in poverty. We work with our partners and dedicated staff in 43 countries to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want

Are you a keen advocate of women and girls’ rights in emergencies? 

Could you provide specialist feminist technical advice on women’s protection in humanitarian, protracted and climate‑related crises?

Then we'd love to hear from you!

We are recruiting a Women’s Protection Advisor to provide technical leadership and drive forward ActionAid UK’s work on women’s protection in humanitarian, protracted and climate‑induced crises.
 

As part of our Women, Peace & Security (WPS) team, you will strengthen the quality, visibility and impact of our women’s protection programming across the Federation. You’ll support programme design and fundraising, lead policy and research initiatives, and represent ActionAid UK across key external networks and advocacy spaces. This role will also provide substantial technical support to the International Humanitarian Action & Resilience Team (IHART) and collaborate with colleagues across ActionAid International to advance global learning and best practice in women’s protection.

Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & Programme Support

Provide specialist feminist technical advice on women’s protection in humanitarian, protracted and climate‑related crises.
Develop and share best practice, learning and evidence across ActionAid’s global network.
Support in‑country humanitarian responses to ensure alignment with ActionAid’s humanitarian standards and feminist principles.
Strengthen programming approaches on women’s protection, ensuring adherence to external protection frameworks.

Fundraising & Business Development

Work with fundraising and business development teams to design high‑quality, feminist, decolonial programme proposals.
Review and advise on funding opportunities to advance women’s protection priorities.
Engage donors through events, briefings and thought leadership to raise the visibility of ActionAid’s women’s protection work.

Research, Policy & Advocacy

Lead research and policy projects that centre the rights, leadership and protection needs of women and girls in crisis.
Draft policy briefs, research outputs and influencing materials with an intersectional feminist approach.
Represent ActionAid UK in national and international forums, working closely with ActionAid International and advocacy colleagues.
Provide technical insight to inform engagement with government, FCDO and other policy stakeholders.

Knowledge Sharing & Learning

Strengthen cross‑Federation learning on women’s protection, including through the Protection Networks.
Support ongoing development and use of the Women‑Led Community‑Based Protection Toolkit.
Promote consistent application of anti‑racist, decolonial and intersectional feminist principles across research, advocacy and programme work.

Additional information

Diversity, equality, inclusion and belonging:

Diversity, inclusion and belonging are key to our organisational culture. We are on a journey to become not only an anti-racist organisation but one that proudly celebrates the diversity of all applicants and employees. We look forward to you bringing your full self to work, proudly sharing your unique perspective and helping us to shape our combined future. We especially welcome applications from those from under-represented/marginalised communities.

AAUK is a Disability Confident Committed organisation and as such any candidate that declares a disability will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria for the role.

Referencing and safeguarding:

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, safeguarding, criminal records and terrorism finance checks. By submitting an application the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures. 

ActionAid UK is committed to preventing any form of sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse (including child abuse and adult at-risk abuse) and responding robustly when these harms take place. We expect all ActionAid UK staff and ActionAid UK representatives to share this commitment. We will not tolerate our staff or other representatives carrying out any form of sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse towards anyone we come into contact with through our work. 

Working practices:

ActionAid is committed to supporting flexible working. If you would like to discuss flexible working options, including the possibility of a job share for this role, there will be space to do so during the interview process.

ActionAid UK has a hybrid working policy for many of our roles. The requirement will vary from team to team and the responsibilities of individual roles. As a minimum, all colleagues are expected to attend the office 12 days per year, plus additional time for induction, training, and company connection days. Some roles may require in-office attendance on all days and if so, these will clearly be marked as in-office roles.

Please note that ActionAid UK does not offer fully remote working options. We encourage you to discuss hybrid working expectations at interview.

Recruitment processes:

Please note that ActionAid UK may review, shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date so we encourage all candidates to apply as soon as possible. If we receive a very high response, we may close the vacancy early and will not accept further submissions. Vacancies close at 23:55pm 

Our client is a global eye care charity working to end avoidable blindness. Of the 1.1 billion people worldwide living with vision loss, around 90% have conditions that are preventable or treatable. Through specialist training, innovative programmes and initiatives such as the Flying Eye Hospital and the digital platform Cybersight, the organisation is helping strengthen eye care systems around the world. In 2024, the organisation raised £5.1m to support projects across eight countries and is aiming to grow this to £10m annually over the next five years.

Trusts and Foundations Manager
Permanent | Full time
Hybrid – 2 days a week in London (near Charing Cross)
£39,766 per annum

This role sits within the Trusts & Foundations team in the Relationships & Partnerships division and focuses on researching new funding opportunities of £50K+, securing new funders and managing high-value grants. You will build and manage relationships with new and existing funders, develop compelling funding applications and reports, and oversee grant management and compliance. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation and with International teams, you will play an important role in delivering ambitious income growth.

You will have a strong track record of prospect research and of securing significant trust and foundation income in the UK and/or Europe, with experience managing funding  applications from concept stage  through to stewardship. You will be an excellent communicator, confident relationship builder and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering against ambitious income targets.

The organisation offers a competitive benefits package including 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), employer pension contributions up to 10%, flexible working, life assurance and employee wellbeing support. Full details are available on their website.

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the organisation and is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive process for all candidates. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Prospectus will review applications in the first instance and share candidate details with the organisation on an anonymised basis to help ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process.

The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourages applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black and ethnically diverse candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals and candidates with disabilities.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and criminal records checks. The organisation is also a member of the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS). All applicants will need to provide proof of their legal right to live and work in the UK.

If you meet some of the criteria but not all we would still encourage you to get in touch. Prospectus can help you better understand the role and guide you through the application process. Please reach out to Jessica Stoddart.

Your new company
A public sector organisation, in a pivotal phase, is seeking to strengthen its internal audit function. The business places a strong emphasis on governance, risk management and continuous improvement, offering a collaborative and professional culture with exposure across multiple operational areas. This role is a 2-year fixed-term contract.

Your new role
As an Internal Auditor, you will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality audits across a range of operational and compliance areas. You will evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, identify risks and inefficiencies, and provide clear, practical recommendations to senior stakeholders.
The role offers broad exposure across the organisation, involvement in assurance frameworks, support on major projects, and the opportunity to contribute to group-wide audit initiatives. This position suits a proactive, analytical professional with a passion for adding value and improving processes.

What you'll need to succeed

• A relevant professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or IIA)
• Degree-level education, ideally in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline
• Experience planning and delivering internal audits in line with professional standards
• Strong technical understanding of internal audit methodologies and risk-based auditing
• Ability to assess and evaluate risks and controls within an operational or commercial environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and confidence presenting findings to senior stakeholders
• High levels of integrity, professionalism and attention to detail

What you'll get in return

• Salary c.£50,000
• Hybrid working - 2 days per week in London office
• Flexible working options available
• Competitive pension scheme

What you need to do now
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Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy and numeracy levels amongst people in the criminal justice system?

We’ve made substantial progress in recent years, with improvements and expansions to our delivery model and significant growth in our staff team. In Spring 2026, we will launch our refreshed organisational strategy, which will shape our work over the next three years and beyond. To support this growth, we are recruiting for a full time National Director of Operations to lead our delivery across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and emerging community settings, with an ambition to reach Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in scaling our impact and strengthening our presence across the criminal justice system and beyond.

As National Director of Operations, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for our learning programmes in prisons and community settings. You will ensure high‑quality, consistent and accessible delivery, overseeing a team of six Regional Managers and a wider workforce of around 65 staff, volunteers and over 2,000 peer mentors trained each year.

Working closely with senior colleagues, partner organisations and national bodies such as HMPPS, you will drive programme excellence, innovation and partnership working. You will also play a key role in new business development, operational strategy, contractual delivery and ensuring we can reliably demonstrate the impact of our work.

The role requires an experienced operational leader with a deep commitment to improving outcomes for people facing disadvantage. You will bring:

• Senior leadership experience in a complex, multi‑site environment.
• A track record of delivering large-scale programmes and leading distributed teams.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem‑solving and relationship‑building skills.
• Experience working with statutory bodies or large public-sector partners (e.g. HMPPS).
• Excellent judgement, communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
• Understanding of the criminal justice system, safeguarding, or alternative education environments (desirable).
• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style aligned with Shannon Trust’s values.

We want to hear from applicants who are as committed to the cause as we are.

This is a home-based role but will require travel around the UK including overnight stays. This role is 5 days per week (35 hours) with working days/hours to be mutually agreed in line with business needs.

Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.

We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions. This role does require prison security clearance, so we will need to ask for details of any relevant criminal convictions before an offer of employment is finalised.

Interviews, which will be held online, are planned for the w/c 18th May.