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What’s the job?
We’re looking for someone to join us as our Learning and Networks Manager at Funders Together.
Funders Together is a cross-sector funding infrastructure organisation bringing together strategic initiatives that improve how funding supports communities to shape a better future.
We are entering an exciting new phase as we bring together a growing family of initiatives focused on improving funding practice across civil society. These include London Funders, the cross-sector membership network for funders across the capital; Collaboration Circle, a platform for collaborative and participatory funding programmes; 360Giving, which supports organisations to publish and use open grants data; and the Place-Based Giving resource hub, which supports collaborative funding rooted in place and community.
As Learning and Networks Manager, you will play a central role in engaging funders, partners, and stakeholders, and delivering learning that helps shape future practice across Funders Together and the wider funding ecosystem.
This is an exciting point to join the organisation as we invest further in learning and our networks as a core part of our mission. Building on strong existing networks and well-established learning programmes, you will help strengthen and evolve our work for the future.
We’re looking for someone who thrives on learning, collaboration, and turning insight into action. You will enjoy building relationships, connecting people and ideas, and creating spaces where learning can lead to positive change in funding and outcomes for communities.
So who are we?
Funders Together is a charity focused on improving how funding supports communities and civil society to positively shape the world.
Our work centres on strengthening the effectiveness, fairness and impact of funding systems by championing practice rooted in equity, trust and collaboration. We work across the funding ecosystem, with partners in the public, private and third sectors, to support organisations to learn together, share insight and develop approaches that lead to stronger outcomes for communities. We bring together a growing family of initiatives and organisations working across the funding landscape.
Across our work, Funders Together connects funders, supports collaborative funding initiatives, develops insights informed by shared data, and creates space for mutual learning and joint action.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a proactive and collaborative individual with strong experience of facilitating and convening learning spaces, and using the insights generated to inform and influence change.
The ideal candidate will be someone who has shaped and delivered learning programmes in a range of settings. They will be able to create a positive learning culture, and confidently design learning spaces and networks which can bring an audience together over different learning goals. They will be highly organised, a skilled facilitator, and able to translate learning into tangible actions. Importantly, they thrive in creating relational ways of working, and are curious and confident to try and test new ideas. They will enjoy working in a dynamic environment where priorities evolve and where good systems and coordination help ensure activity is delivered effectively.
The successful candidate will be comfortable working as part of a small and agile team, taking initiative in their work and contributing to continuous improvement in how we design and deliver learning across Funders Together.
A strong commitment to collaboration, equity, diversity and systemic change is essential, alongside a shared belief in the value of diverse lived experience in strengthening our work and impact.
We're proud of the diversity and vibrancy of our communities, and work to champion equity and justice in all that we do. We are actively working to ensure our staff team reflects the communities we serve and warmly welcome applications from people from Black and racially minoritised communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities, recognising that diverse lived experience strengthens our work and impact.
What can we offer?
We are a small, and growing organisation with big ambitions. And we can’t achieve those without our staff team. That’s why we work hard to create a positive work environment for all employees, where everybody can learn, thrive and deliver their best.
We believe that a staff culture rooted in inclusion, equity and wellbeing helps create a stronger, healthier and more productive team. Our working week is 32 hours FTE which enables staff to work a four day week (4 Day Week Foundation accredited) alongside other more flexible work patterns. We also operate a hybrid working model, with staff spending around 60% of their time in the office to support collaboration and connection. This approach reflects our commitment to wellbeing and personal growth while ensuring we have the time and space to deliver our work effectively.
From the first day of employment you will be entitled to Health Cover as part of our staff benefits package. On completion of your probation period, you’ll also be able to access our other employee benefits including our Cycle2Work scheme, Life Insurance and mobile months together with volunteering days and a generous annual leave allowance. We’re also an accredited Living Pension Employer and offer a generous pension scheme (employer’s contribution of 10% of your salary). You can read more about our benefits here.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
We work with people and organisations who fund and shape investment in communities and civil society, supporting funding practice
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
JOB PURPOSE
The People and Learning Manager supports the delivery and ongoing development of the organisation’s Learning & Development (L&D) approach, combining practical delivery with scope to shape and improve learning initiatives.
Working closely with the Head of People Services, the postholder will design, deliver and evaluate inclusive and impactful learning programmes that build organisational capability, support leadership development, and enhance the experience of both employees and volunteers. This role also oversees training administration for staff and volunteers, ensuring that all learning activities are well-coordinated, effectively promoted and accurately recorded to support meaningful reporting and continuous improvement.
Alongside this, the role will contribute to the wider People agenda by embedding learning and development into core HR practices by supporting managers through coaching, contributing to employee relations matters with a developmental lens, and supporting people projects. The role works collaboratively with the People Services team to ensure a consistent and joined-up approach to people development and practices across the organisation.
MAIN DUTIES
Learning and Development (Staff and Volunteers)
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Design, deliver, and continuously improve the organisation’s L&D offer for staff and volunteers, aligned with organisational priorities and plans.
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Design and deliver practical training and guidance to managers on effective people management, building capability across the organisation.
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Identify learning needs and develop solutions, including designing and facilitating programmes, workshops, and learning resources.
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Deliver core learning programmes, including management and leadership development, and contribute to organisation-wide learning activity.
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Design, deliver, and evaluate volunteer training programmes, ensuring volunteers have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to carry out their roles.
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Develop and embed initiatives such as mentoring, coaching, shadowing, and career development pathways.
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Manage and develop the organisation’s e-learning platform and learning resources, including supporting rollout and use of the HR system learning module to improve access, tracking, and impact.
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Ensure learning activity is effectively administered, communicated, and promoted across the organisation.
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Work closely with the People Services team and stakeholders to identify capability needs and deliver effective learning solutions, engaging external providers where appropriate.
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Support induction and onboarding for staff and volunteers, alongside wider workforce development (including apprenticeships, internships, and volunteer programmes).
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Monitor and evaluate learning activity using feedback and data to drive continuous improvement.
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Ensure all learning activity is inclusive, accessible, and aligned with EDI principles, supporting organisational values and behaviours.
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Maintain L&D policies, processes, and resources in line with best practice, using research and insight to enhance the L&D offer.
Wider People Responsibilities (Capability and L&D focused):
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Using broader HR expertise to support and advise on employee relations activity, identifying opportunities for upskilling and enabling early intervention.
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Contribute to HR policies and processes, ensuring they are supported by clear learning and guidance.
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Support key people processes (e.g. performance reviews), ensuring they are consistent and development-focused.
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Use people data and insights to identify capability gaps and inform targeted learning interventions.
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Work with the wider People Services team to embed learning into organisational change, new systems, and policy updates.
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Contribute to engagement initiatives and wider People projects to build organisational capability and performance.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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Work in conjunction with your Line Manager, to support the ongoing development of the role, ensuring responsibilities remain appropriate to the needs of The Passage.
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To attend internal and external meetings, training events and briefings as required.
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To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisals, identifying job-related development and training needs.
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To ensure all The Passage policies and procedures are adhered to, particularly those relating to Health and Safety, Code of Practice and Confidentiality.
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To promote and uphold The Passage’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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To undertake the role in a professional manner, working in accordance with the aims, values and ethos of The Passage.
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Undertake any other duties that may be required which are commensurate with the role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The person specification sets out the essential abilities and qualities that will be used in the selection criteria for this post.When completing your application form, please address criteria E1 to E6, K1 to K3 and S1 to S6 demonstrating your experience and knowledge, giving evidence of your experience and abilities.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
E1 Proven success of designing, developing and delivering inclusive and engaging training resources and interventions, both face-to-face and virtually.
E2 Experience working with a range of internal and external stakeholders, building effective relationships and responding to organisational needs.
E3 Proven experience sourcing learning and development providers and solutions
E4 Experience using data and reporting to evaluate learning activity and inform improvements.
E5 Experience coaching and advising managers on HR policies, processes, and people management practices from a learning and development perspective.
E6 Experience supporting organisational change initiatives, using learning interventions to enable effective implementation.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE
K1 Strong understanding of learning and development principles, including different approaches to designing engaging and effective learning.
K2 Strong understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital learning tools.
K3 Sound knowledge of learning theory, instructional design and best practices in learning & development.
DESIRED SKILS
S1 Ability to build excellent working relationships at all levels.
S2 Strong facilitation, presentation and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
S3 Demonstrable ability to evaluate learning interventions, including producing and interpreting metrics and reports.
S4 Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
S5 Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and HR / learning systems.
S6 Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
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Registered Manager (CQC) – Learning Disabilities & Autism
Permanent
£44,000 per annum
East London
An ambitious, values-driven social care organisation is seeking an experienced CQC-registered manager to lead a portfolio of supported living services for adults with learning disabilities and autism in East London.
You will become part of a team that truly champions person-centred, empowering support, fuelling people’s independence and purpose. Step into a leadership role where your proactive spirit and resilience will drive meaningful change, sharpening service quality, culture, and outcomes at a pivotal time
The Role
As Registered Manager, you’ll passionately guide supported living services that support adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. With varying levels of independence, you will champion creative and adaptive support for every individual.
Holding responsibility as the CQC Registered Manager, you will provide leadership across compliance, safeguarding, operational delivery, and team development, while ensuring customers remain at the centre of all support planning and decision-making.
The role blends strategic and operational leadership, including:
· Leading and developing staff teams across multiple supported living services
· Driving service quality improvements and embedding positive service cultures
· Supporting services through compliance and inspection readiness activity
· Embedding Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and Active Support approaches
· Managing safeguarding concerns, HR processes, and service performance
· Promoting meaningful community engagement and improved quality of life outcomes for customers
About You
Applications are welcome from experienced Registered Managers or strong Deputy Managers ready to step into a more senior leadership role, provided they have substantial experience in CQC-regulated learning disability and autism services.
Candidates should bring:
· Strong knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory compliance
· Experience within supported living services for adults with learning disabilities and/or autism
· Experience supporting individuals with complex needs and behaviours of concern
· A person-centred, empowering approach to support delivery
· Experience leading teams through service improvement or culture change
· The confidence to manage performance, capability, and operational challenges effectively
· Experience of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), Active Support, or similar approaches
A Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and the role may close early.
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