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We are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Manager with an entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen to contribute to the strategic leadership of the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Senior Leadership team by having oversight, management, and responsibility for Pecan’s financial functionality, and promoting and sustaining the organisations commitment to showing kindness, raising self-belief and inspiring hope for the future of the individuals we serve.

When working for Pecan, you can expect to become a valued member of a diverse and supportive team. In addition to a place in our 36-year legacy, you will receive a generous holiday allowance, pension contribution and life assurance cover. You can also expect regular team meetings and social opportunities, and a variety of other benefits as outlined in our recruitment pack.

Main Responsibilities:

Overview

• Oversight and management of Pecan's financial planning, accounting, and reporting.
• Oversight and management of the organisations financial risk and compliance, and safeguarding of assets through effective processes and procedures.
• Oversight and management of performance and organisational data: its collection, storage, analysis and reporting. 

Finance

1. Advise and report to the Board, Chief Executive and SMT on all financial matters, including investments, reserves, financial forecasting and cashflow, financial performance and systems. 
2. Lead the financial planning for the organisation, including annual budgeting and re-forecasting as necessary and to prepare regular financial report, including management accounts, cashflow, and other reports as required by the Board, the SMT and budget holders. 
3. Provide financial information, advice and support, including training, which meets the needs of the Trustees, SMT and other staff within Pecan. In particular, work with service leads to provide all necessary financial budgeting input to funding bids and funding monitoring and reporting, ideally also upskilling the service leads in this area. 
4. Take responsibility for the day to day management and administration of the finance functions such as bank reconciliations, petty cash and donation records, accounts payables & receivables, VAT and gift aid claimed. 

Key Requirements (specific skills, qualifications required):

• Experience of working in a senior accounting role, including budget and financial policy formulation.
• A track record of preparing management accounts and other financial reports.
• Strong financial management skills and ability (including SORP).
• Entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen. 
• Strong commitment to the goals, ethos, values, and vision of Pecan, including a belief in the important of all people of different backgrounds working together and respecting and valuing each other’s contributions.

Desirable knowledge/expertise

• Strong experience in using Xero Accounting Software.
• Knowledge of charity law & VAT partial exemption.
• Experience of the voluntary and community sector.
• Knowledge of charity fundraising or marketing.

Please read the Job Description for more information.

Closing Date: Monday 27th October 2025, 10am

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 3rd November 2025, Details TBC 

Start Date: ASAP

About us

For homeless people, or those at risk of homelessness, finding employment and housing opportunities can feel like an uphill battle, even more so if they’re affected by physical, mental health or substance misuse issues. Providence Row works with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice and progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life away from the streets.

The ideal candidate

We’re looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to be our named competent person for statutory compliance; covering health & safety, fire, water hygiene, electrical safety and environmental standards. You’ll coordinate planned and reactive maintenance - liaising with external contractors, keep accurate compliance records, and produce clear, risk-based reports for senior management. You’ll work with a high degree of autonomy, escalating issues and key strategic budget decisions as required.

What you’ll do

• Own compliance and risk management, maintaining live risk assessments and closing remedial actions within required timescales.
• Schedule and evidence statutory checks and liaise with approved contractors and maintain accurate records.
• Track maintenance spend and provide monthly variance reporting; support value-for-money supplier arrangements.
• Lead facilities projects as required - typically small to medium in scale.
• Drive sustainability improvements across energy, water and waste.
• Act as first responder to facilities incidents during working hours.

Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
•  Employee assistance programme
•  Access to shopping discounts
• Learning & development opportunities

To apply

Please upload your CV with a covering letter detailing how you meet the job specification by 6 November 2025 at 23:30*.

Interviews

*Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.

Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.

About SafeLives

We are SafeLives, the UK-wide charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse, for everyone and for good.   

Last year alone, 14,000 professionals received our training. Over 80,000 adults at risk of serious harm or murder and more than 100,000 children received support through dedicated multi-agency support designed by us and delivered with partners. In the last six years, over 4,000 perpetrators have been challenged and supported to change by interventions we created with partners, and that’s just the start.

Together we can end domestic abuse. Forever. For everyone.

About the role

We are looking for a Lead Trainer to oversee our non-accredited courses covering England and Wales. Current training courses include topics such as responding to domestic abuse, employer training, DASH risk assessment, and MARAC chairing, among others. You will also contribute to the development of new training courses in response to emerging needs from specific commissioners, while actively monitoring sector developments to ensure our offerings remain relevant and impactful.

You will be part of the SafeLives Training and Development Team, with shared responsibility for developing, delivering and continuing a range of courses from within our suite. More broadly, you will work to ensure that SafeLives’ training programmes are in line with our strategic priorities and are of the highest quality, including course development and delivery with external partners and associate trainers.

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.

Contract: Fixed term for 6 months, until 30th May 2026.

Location: Flexible (home, Bristol office or London office) with regular travel across UK.

Benefits

• 34 days' holiday incl. public holidays
• Flexible working e.g. compressed hours
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
• Childcare vouchers
• Employee assistance programme
• Clinical supervision
• Holiday purchase scheme to buy up to an additional 5 days
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced sick pay
• Professional development fund
• Individual learning budget
• Restorative practice training
• Time off in lieu

If this challenge sounds as exciting to you as it does to us and you believe you have the qualities we have described, please take a look over the job description and submit a 500-word cover letter and CV.

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 3rd November 2025.

Please note that SafeLives reserves the right to close campaigns early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as no further applications will be accepted once the recruitment campaign has closed.

SafeLives is a committed provider of equal opportunities for all; please see our job description for full details.

No agencies, please.

As the Head of Engagement and Communications, you’ll support the Executive Director in leading AMOSSHE as a senior leader. You’ll also act as the Deputy Director, contributing to operational management, strategic development and stepping in for the Executive Director as needed. You’ll have line management responsibilities for members of the team. As well, you’ll be responsible for shaping and delivering impactful communications strategies that drive member engagement, promote AMOSSHE’s events and initiatives, and elevate the organisation’s profile.

Contract type: Permanent, full time (37 hours a week).

Location: Hybrid. Two days (Tuesday and Wednesday) in the office, central London. This is a requirement of the role.

Salary range: £45,000 to £50,000, with an expected starting salary between £45,000 and £47,000, depending on experience.

Application deadline: 23:55 (BST) on Monday 3 November 2025.

About us

AMOSSHE The Student Services Organisation is a not-for-profit professional membership association for Student Services leaders in higher education. Our mission is to support, inform and empower our community of Student Services leaders to enhance the higher education student experience and help students fulfil their potential. We do this through collaboration and networking, sharing good practice, enhancing professional development and influencing policy and investment. Find out more about our organisation here.

We’re committed to championing equality, diversity, and inclusion, and aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join AMOSSHE. Find out more about our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion on our website.

Join Evolve Music as our next Executive Director — and lead a creative, purpose-driven charity using music to change lives across the South West.

We’re looking for an inspiring, strategic and compassionate leader to guide Evolve into its next exciting chapter.

Since 2017, Evolve Music has grown into one of the South West’s leading community music organisations, working in partnership with health, education and cultural organisations to deliver inclusive, creative and high-impact programmes. From Sound Lab for neurodivergent young people to Dads Rock for fathers and male caregivers, our work reaches thousands each year, using music as a catalyst for wellbeing, confidence and connection.

As Executive Director, you’ll shape our strategic vision, lead fundraising and partnership development, and nurture a talented and passionate team. If you believe in the power of music to transform lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Finance Manager

Permanent. Full time. Hybrid working. (You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days)

Location: Bogota, Colombia

Salary: 149,298,074 Colombian Pesos per year

All applications and CV submissions should be in ENGLISH only

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too. 

About the role

Reporting in to the Senior Finance Business Partner, the Finance Manager will proactively develop and manage key business and finance systems and processes within the MCC Hub that effectively supports the Multi Country Cluster (MCC) business model.

Some of the main areas of responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:

• Ensure that procedures are followed, and standards are met from MCC programme teams and that there is consistency across the MCC Hub in terms of operations and business and financial controls, checks and balances meeting organisational values and goals.
• Manage the MCC Hub finance officers creating an environment of continuous learning, motivating the team to align with organisational values and goals. 
• Ensure systems support the agreed corporate strategies and the MCC programmes core business delivers high quality impact and consistency. 
• Lead the annual budgeting process within the MCC programme and professionally supervise specific finance, HR and administration staff within MCC Hub. 
• Contribute to, and where appropriate lead on, cross-programme tasks related to the area of work proactively identifying opportunities to drive meaningful change. 
• To improve the capacity of Christian Aid programme staff to understand and uphold both Christian Aid's and institutional donors' financial policies and procedures and proactively manage contracts and risk within the project and programme. 
• In collaboration with other colleagues ensure budgets are prepared and monitored for partners and relevant institutional donor funded programmes. 
• Responsibility for managing key internal and external relationships with auditors, legal providers, consultants among others.
• Liaison on financial matters across MCC Hub ensuring consistency and accuracy is maintained. 
• Monitoring and analyses of all financial areas of the MCC programme at regular intervals and presented; this includes providing programme financial reports to the Finance department in London with a detailed commentary indicating areas of variance and concern. 

About you

Who we are looking for

Essential:

• Professional CCAB finance qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA) or part qualified 
• Substantial experience in financial management, budgeting, and compliance
• Fluent in Spanish and English (both written and spoken)
• Demonstrable experience supervising finance teams and supporting capacity development
• Advanced knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting, and donor requirements
• Proficiency with financial management systems (e.g. SunSystems) and advanced Excel skills
• Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and risk management
• Knowledge of restricted funds management and grant compliance
• Highly developed skills in financial analysis, planning, and problem-solving
• Ability to build effective relationships and communicate financial information to non-finance audiences
• Understanding foreign exchange accounting

Desirable:

• Experience working in an international NGO or donor-funded environment
• Proficiency in relevant regional languages

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. 

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

Operations Assistant (Full Time – Office Based)  

Job Purpose:
The Operations Assistant provides support to the HR and Operations Manager by taking day to day responsibility, under guidance, for various facilities, safety and administrative processes, including HR administration, as well as responsiblity for locking/unlocking of meeting rooms, routine health and safety tasks and other matters that contribute to making the office a pleasant and functional environment in which to work. 

The duties will also include giving regular support to the Fulfilment Manager and under their guidance, process orders and support with despatch and deliveries, in addition to providing holiday cover, when the Fulfilment Manager is away.

Many aspects of this role require Manual Handling.

The ideal candidate will have a positive ‘can do’ attitude, a personable manner, and will embrace the desire to make a measurable difference.

Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK. 

Reports to:  HR and Operations Manager 

Direct Reports: No direct reports 

Location:  Head Office, Milton Keynes (This is not a Hybrid role, and will require attendance at the office Monday through Friday – 9-5pm or 8.30 - 4.30pm) 

Requisite Skills and Experience: 

Essential: 

• Excellent administration skills, detail orientated and systematic with the ability to prioritise competing demands

• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal with the ability to adapt communication styles to the situation and audience 

• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work within a close-knit team and have an adaptable and can-do attitude to work 

• Experience of handling and managing confidential data 

• Ability to handle difficult and sensitive issues, and to interact with empathy, compassion, tact, diplomacy and patience 

• IT skills including detailed knowledge of using Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook

• Effective organisational, planning and prioritisation skills 

• To be able to assist with manual activities of a physical nature 

• Able to work independently and as part of a team 

Desirable: 

• Experience of working in the charity sector 

• Experience of HR administration 

• Experience of using HR database, such as PeopleHR 

• Experience of PeopleHR, report running 

• Knowledge of Shopify

• Experience with working with databses and phone interactions

• Manual Handling experience 

• Health and Safety knowledge 

• Experience of Facilities and the management of maintenance requests 

Main duties:  

• Update internal HR databases, such as PeopleHR and employee files 

• Managing the WorkforUs mailbox 

• Recording and running reports from the database on sickness, leave, maternity etc 

• Assist in the preparation of HR standard template documents 

• Administering the onboarding and offboarding requirements for the organisation 

• To maintain the ATS when recruitment is live, and to support with the day-to-day recruitment activity, including but not limited to liaising with candidates, setting up interviews and preparing interview packs 

• Assisting with managing and maintaining database information for employee benefit schemes 

• Maintain and Update employee notice boards for HR and H&S 

• Opening, logging and distributing inbound post 

• Support with answering phone calls into the Office and responding to general enquiries 

• Recording and reporting on Environmental data 

• Assist with co-ordinating maintenance activities for the Office space 

• Support with H&S administration, such as Risk Assessments and Accident Reporting 

• To complete basic H&S checks including walk arounds, first aid kit maintenance 

• Support with Training requirements, booking of courses and the maintenance of a skills matrix 

• Monitor and maintain stationery requirements and office supplies such as milk, water 

• To assist with the setting up and presentation of the Meeting Rooms, to keep them well presented and to ensure that they are unlocked and locked each day. 

• To support the Fulfilment Manager on a regular basis with processing orders and deliveries 

• To cover in the absence of the Fulfilment Manager, the processing of orders and deliveries

• Participate with and support the HR & Operations Manager in HR projects on an adhoc basis 

• Ensure that relevant charity and other legislation is complied with

• To comply with Brain Tumour Research’s internal policies and procedures 

• To undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the HR and Operations Manager and Director of Finance and Ops 

We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.

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We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process.  Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.

Closing Date: 07th November 2025

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We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.

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Join RAP’s Global Operations Team
Remote-first (UK-based, with access to London hub) 

The Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) is a global, mission-driven nonprofit working to advance a clean, reliable, and equitable energy future. We are hiring two cross-functional operations professionals to strengthen our internal infrastructure and ensure we deliver on our mission: effectively, ethically, and globally.

HR ASSISTANT

The Human Resources Assistant is a vital cross-functional role at the intersection of HR, finance and administration. This position plays a key part in supporting RAP’s global operations team by supporting core people operations processes, including recruitment logistics, new hire onboarding, global payroll coordination, and employee benefits administration. The assistant ensures smooth, compliant and welcoming processes that reflect RAP’s values of equity, inclusion and operational excellence. This position is ideal for a bilingual (English/French) HR or people operations professional with 3+ years of experience in a globally distributed, mission-driven environment. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and thrive in an environment where collaboration and initiative are valued.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Recruitment & Hiring Support

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes, including posting jobs, scheduling interviews and candidate communication.
• Support hiring managers with recruitment logistics, interview guides, and communications templates.

Onboarding & Orientation

• Prepare onboarding materials, including employment contracts, first-week schedules, and welcome kits.
• Coordinate technology and systems setup in collaboration with IT and operations team.
• Facilitate onboarding checklists and pre-boarding communication, including payroll enrollment and benefits documentation.
• Support new hire surveys, buddy program logistics, and ongoing onboarding feedback loops.

Payroll & Benefits Support

• Coordinate RAP’s payroll submission workflows across multiple countries, including liaising with external payroll vendors and accounting providers (UK, EU, India, China, US).
• Collect and verify payroll inputs (timesheets, new hire data, leave balances, salary adjustments).
• Track employee benefits enrollment, liaise with providers, and ensure documentation is current and compliant.
• Maintain secure and accurate records related to compensation and benefits in shared HR and finance systems.

People Operations & HR Administration

• Maintain internal people operations documents and templates (e.g., offer letters, onboarding plans, SOPs).
• Assist in contract tracking, records management, and file organization across RAP’s personnel systems. Respond to employee inquiries and redirect complex matters to HR or Finance leadership.
• Support staff experience initiatives and DEIB efforts aligned with RAP’s core values.
• General Operations Support
• Special Projects as needed and assigned
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• 3+ years of experience in people operations, HR administration, or payroll coordination roles, preferably in a nonprofit, consulting, or international context. Fluency in English and French (written and spoken) required.
• Familiarity with European and UK employment and payroll practices; additional knowledge of other jurisdictions is a plus. Experience supporting onboarding, recruitment, and payroll coordination in distributed work environments.
• CIPD Level 3 or higher strongly preferred.

Why RAP?

We believe that great people power great work. RAP offers:

• Flexible, remote-first working arrangements
• A collaborative, multicultural, mission-aligned culture
• Competitive salary (GBP 30,000–40,000)
• Comprehensive benefits and generous paid leave
• Meaningful work with global impact

Location: Reading, Hybrid (once a week)
Hours: 30 hours per week (0.8 FTE) 
Salary: £23,165.81 (pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent 

Make-A-Wish UK is looking for a passionate and organised People & Engagement Coordinator to help shape a magical, inclusive, and inspiring workplace culture. You will be the first point of contact to support recruitment, onboarding, internal communications, and engagement initiatives, working closely with the People Team and line managers.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you can take ownership of key activities across the employee lifecycle, contribute to policy development, and help embed our values and behaviours across the organisation. If you are proactive, people-focused, and excited to make a difference in a values-led charity, we would love to hear from you!

Core Purpose
As the People & Engagement Coordinator, you will play a key role in shaping and supporting Make-A-Wish UK's workplace culture. Working closely with the People Team and line managers, you will help create a magical, inclusive, and inspiring environment where employees feel empowered to do their best for wish children, volunteers, and supporters.

You will take ownership of key activities across the employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to engagement and internal communications, while also supporting broader HR operations, policy development, and value led initiatives. Through your work, you will contribute directly to the delivery of Goal 3 of Make-A-Wish UK's strategy, helping embed our values and behaviours to strengthen our organisational culture.

To be successful in this role you will need:
Essential 
•  A CIPD Level 3 qualification or equivalent HR certification.
•  A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a People/HR function.
•  A basic understanding of UK employment law, GDPR, and safeguarding practices.
•  Experience using HR systems (e.g. Hi Bob or similar) and general IT platforms (e.g. Microsoft Office).
•  Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
•  Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
•  Experience supporting internal communications or coordinating team events.
•  Familiarity with employee engagement tools (e.g. Culture Amp, Survey Monkey, Microsoft Forms).
•  Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
•  A proactive approach to work, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•  A genuine interest in contributing to a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture.
•  Confidence in coordinating organisation-wide events or supporting cross-functional initiatives. 
•  Experience managing multiple recruitment campaigns or supporting hiring across different departments.
•  Ability to work flexibly and support cross-team collaboration when needed.
 

General Duties

• Act as the first point of contact for general People queries, responding to emails and direct messages in line with SLA’s with advice aligned to employment legislation and internal policies.
• Participate in organisational meetings and contribute to cross-functional collaboration.
• Support wider organisational initiatives, including answering phones and assisting other teams as needed.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably expected at this level.
• Contribute to and engage with People Team meetings to ensure smooth communication within the team.

Internal Policies

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Make-A-Wish UK’s internal policies, including conduct, leave, wellbeing, and performance.
• Assist the Head of People and People Business Partner in reviewing and updating policies.
• Ensure consistent application of policies across the organisation, escalating complex queries appropriately.

Human Resources Information System

• Maintain and update the HRIS (Hi Bob) and personnel files in compliance with GDPR and Right to Work legislation.
• Accurately process leave and absence records, collecting relevant documentation such as fit notes.
• Generate reports for the People Team and SLT as required.
• Support monthly payroll updates and documentation.
• Answer any system-based queries that employees have or escalate where appropriate.

 
MAW Values and Behaviours

• Challenge behaviours that do not align with Make-A-Wish values and behaviour framework.
• Actively promote and role-model MAW values and behaviours.
• Support initiatives that embed values and drive cultural change.

 
Employee Lifecycle

• Own onboarding and offboarding processes including DBS checks, IT setup, and referencing.
• Ensure timely delivery of birthday and work anniversary gifts.
• Draft and send people-related letters including those for ER cases.
• Support with adding new occupational health referrals to the provider
• Update all inhouse trackers daily to ensure they are always up to date. 

 
Internal Engagement & Communications

• Plan and deliver internal events focused on wellbeing, EDI, learning & development, and social engagement.
• Contribute to the bi-weekly employee newsletter and other internal communications.
• Maintain and promote resources and platforms supporting employee wellbeing and learning.
• Support engagement surveys and feedback initiatives.
• Lead logistics and planning for internal events such as town halls, symposiums, and team socials.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure events reflect organisational values and strategic goals.
• Manage event calendars and communications to maximise engagement.
• Ensure letters sent to the Hub are dealt with in a timely manner and filled appropriately.

Payroll 

• Assist the People Business Partner in ensuring accurate documentation for payroll changes are submitted and tracked each month.
• Produce Letters for key payroll changes on an organisation level as well as confirmations for matters that affect payroll such as parental leave etc.

 
Recruitment

• Lead end-to-end recruitment campaigns, including posting roles, liaising with managers, and coordinating interviews.
• Take ownership on recruitment campaigns and ensure that managers follow the correct processes consistently.
• Provide managers with recruitment documentation and guidance aligned with best practices.
• Communicate outcomes to candidates promptly and professionally.
• Ensure all recruitment documentation is complete and stored appropriately.
• Respond to queries from the jobs inbox related to recruitment campaigns.

A home is the foundation for everything. Join SPEAR’s Housing First team in Tower Hamlets and help people who’ve experienced rough sleeping to secure and keep a safe, permanent place to live.

Location: Tower Hamlets, London
Salary: £33,364 per year 
Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday

As a Housing First Worker, you’ll:

• Build trusting relationships and provide flexible, one-to-one support.
• Work in partnership with the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and local agencies to help people stay housed, improve their wellbeing and feel part of the community.
• Respond to changing priorities and manage situations as they arise, making sure services reach those who need them most.

What we’re looking for
You’ll bring experience of supporting people affected by homelessness or other complex challenges, plus the empathy, resilience and practical skills to make a lasting impact. You’ll know how to build rapport, plan support, and work collaboratively with housing and health services.

Why join us
At SPEAR, you’ll be part of a friendly, skilled charity team dedicated to ending homelessness. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities to progress, and strong wellbeing support—so you can thrive while helping others do the same.

Your Benefits

• Generous holiday – 26 days plus public holidays, rising by up to 5 extra days with length of service
• Wellbeing & EAP – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with free counselling, money and legal advice
• Health support – Occupational health service and free annual eye test (with contribution towards glasses if required)
• Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice
• Season ticket loan – Interest-free loan for annual travel passes
• Moving house day – Extra day’s leave when you move home
• Financial security – Life assurance (4× salary) and interest-free emergency staff loan
• Family-friendly policies – Enhanced maternity and adoption pay, plus flexible working options
• Career development – Ongoing training, learning and progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card – Discounts across a wide range of shops, restaurants and services

Welcome to Ada!

At Ada National College for Digital Skills, our mission is to educate and empower the next generation of diverse digital talent. Through the quality of education we deliver, the depth of our industry partnerships and focus on diversity, we are changing the face of the tech sector, expanding the talent pipeline and transforming lives.

We are a specialist Further Education college, where every 16-19 student takes Computer Science and all of our diverse Higher Level and Degree Apprentices work in skills shortage disciplines in innovative, blue-chip companies. The digital skills gap is costing the UK economy an estimated £63 billion a year in lost GDP. Ada seeks to fill this skills gap by equipping young with the skills industry actually needs.

Ada was announced by the Prime Minister in December 2014; England’s first new FE College since 1993 and since then we’ve gone from strength to strength including a Good with Outstanding features in our first Ofsted Inspection.

16-19 Provision:

As of 2024, we have 187 16-19 students enrolled. Our most recent results are outstanding; 39% of A level results at A*- B and 74% achieving at least one Distinction or better in their externally assessed Computing BTEC. This makes us the best education institution in the country for this BTEC Job Description.

Post Title: Outreach and Recruitment Officer

Type of role: Full time,( fixed term one-year contract)

Reporting to: Senior Outreach and Recruitment manager

Annual Salary: £30,000 to 33,000

Holidays: 27 days per annum (with 3 additional days added to cover the Christmas and New Year closure days)

Location: Victoria

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (flexible), with evenings and weekends as necessary

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Promote Ada at outreach events (careers fairs, assemblies, workshops) with the aim of maximising applications
• Engage and network with school contacts to ensure growth of Ada’s active contacts in outreach database
• Management and updating of the school database to support outreach communications
• Assist with event planning, administration and delivery including Outreach events, Careers Fairs, Open Days, School visits to Ada and Keep Warm events (This will involve commitment on some weekends and evenings during busy times)
• Support the administration of the Sixth Form application process when needed, including: dealing with enquiries to the inbox and on the phone in a timely manner, sending application communications including invitations for assessment, offers and enrollment paperwork, data entry and keeping accurate records of all applicants and their information within the customer relationship management tools (Salesforce)
• Support role in the preparation and administration of Lift-off days
• Accurate record keeping of offer letters sent / accepted, of attendance at Lift-off days and keep-warm events
• Administration and processing of students enrolments on GCSE results days and afterwards
• Keeping accurate records, inputting data into Ada’s systems and exporting relevant information to produce reports and dashboards for the team
• Assist with wider college events
• Assist with tasks and administration in the wider teams including Reception and Front-of -house, facilities and External Relations.

Key competencies

• You are a confident public speaker
• You have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
• You have excellent communication skills including written and verbal, both face to face and on the phone
• You are willing to work flexibly, where necessary outside of normal working hours, and to travel around London, as necessary for the role
• You are accurate with excellent attention to detail
• You are a confident user of technology and productivity tools such as calendars, spreadsheets, trackers and databases
• You are able to cope with a varied workload, to prioritise effectively and to meet deadlines
• You enjoy being part of a hard-working, target driven team focused on offering life-changing opportunities to young people with an interest in technology
• You address issues and challenges proactively and can work with a diverse range of people to achieve your goals

Desirable

• Do you have experience working in administration, admissions or outreach?
• Are you a confident user of Microsoft Office and/or Google suite?
• Do you have experience of using a CRM system (Salesforce)?
• Do you have experience in customer service with a track record of excellence?

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Any job offer will be conditional on various, appropriate, pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and Barred List Check, having the legal right to work in the UK and having satisfactory overseas criminal records checks, if deemed necessary, and supportive references.

Equal opportunities

Ada. National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the College’s commitment to equality and diversity:

To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity;

To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community.

To ensure that all employees and prospective employees of the College are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender reassignment, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction;

To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation;

To promote good relations between individuals from different groups.

Applicants with disabilities

Ada. National College for Digital Skills is keen to increase the number of disabled people it employs. We therefore encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please email the HR Team.

Sponsorship

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so can only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work and remain in the United Kingdom.

How to apply for the role

Please submit your CV and a supporting cover letter outlining your interest in the role and the relevant experience you may have.

Closing date: Monday 20th October 2025

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, as they are received, and we may decide to stop accepting applications before this date, so early applications are recommended.

Good luck with your application.

Join Mersey Rivers Trust and Help Make a Real Impact for Rivers, Wildlife and Communities! 

Are you a skilled finance and governance professional looking to use your expertise for good? Mersey Rivers Trust is seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape the future of our environmental charity. 

We’re a passionate team working to protect and restore rivers across Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire — and we need someone like you to ensure our finances and governance are as strong as our mission. 

APPLICANTS MUST LIVE WITHIN OR CLOSE TO THE MERSEY CATCHMENT – APPLICATIONS FROM OUTSIDE THIS AREA CANNOT BE CONSIDERED.

The Mersey Rivers Trust (MRT) is an environmental charity focussing on the protection and enhancement of rivers and waterbodies in the Mersey Catchment. It operates in an area covering Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire. We have an annual turnover of c£1m and employ 19 staff delivering up to 30 projects per year. The Trust works with partners, local communities, and volunteers to deliver a wide range of projects including river restoration, reduction of flood risk by Natural Flood Management techniques, river monitoring, volunteer events (eg river clean-ups/invasive species control and citizen science), community engagement and education events, farm advice/plans and biodiversity net gain. The Trust continues to evolve to meet the increasing challenges of protecting and enhancing rivers and waterbodies in the catchment.

We are seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the Trust’s finance, governance, and back-office functions. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and effective charity governance. While not involved in field-based project delivery, the Finance Manager plays a strategic role in supporting the organisation’s mission by enabling robust financial planning, reporting, and operational support. You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Trustees, and project teams to ensure the Trust remains financially resilient and well-governed.

As the Finance and Governance Manager, you should possess expertise in financial control and reporting, allowing you to effectively handle delegated responsibilities. Your numerical skills and critical thinking abilities will enable you to proactively address challenges and streamline processes. 

The role holder will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. The role will also include direct line management responsibilities of the Administration Officer. 

If you are a motivated financial professional with a passion for driving organisational success, we invite you to apply and contribute to our team’s growth. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the management of the back-office function and Charity governance of MRT.
• Act as the Company Secretary to ensure compliance with financial and legal requirements, as well as maintaining high standards of Charity governance.
• Work with the Chief Executive Officer to prepare and manage budgets, provide input to the Trust’s business plan and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
• Support the development and implementation of organisational policies and procedures to ensure good governance.
• Act as a key liaison with the Board of Trustees, preparing and presenting financial and governance reports to inform oversight and decision-making.
• Lead on the development of internal controls and risk management strategies to safeguard the Trust’s assets and reputation.
• Oversee all payments, manage cash flow, income and claims.
• Support financial planning for grant funding applications to support delivery of our objectives.
• Line management of the Administration Officer.
• Renew the annual insurance policy ensuring adequate cover and value for money.
• Maintain, oversee, and update all project management reporting systems on time and to budget (including timesheets, expenses and monthly reports).
• Complete all necessary reports and keep suitable records in line with the funding requirements and document retention policy.
• Highlight any new risks and issues identified whilst carrying out duties, and work with the team to manage and resolve them.
• Fulfil duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.
• Any other reasonable duties as required by MRT.

The post holder will be home based with travel throughout the Mersey catchment. The applicant will need to live within or close to the Mersey catchment to facilitate regular travel to meetings. Remote working from other parts of the country cannot be considered for this role due to the need for regular face-to-face interactions. 

Candidate profile

Essential

• A financial control and reporting background, qualification or qualified by experience. 
• Experience of organisational governance, ideally with knowledge of UK General Accounting Practice and Charities regulations.
• Experience of financial and management reporting within a small to medium-sized organisation.
• Experience of liaising with accountants to prepare annual accounts and reports required by the Charity Commission.
• Experience of cash flow forecasting.
• Familiarity with Xero financial and project management software (or similar).
• A confident and clear communicator with the ability to communicate financial information in an appropriate manner for non-financial trustees and staff.
• Aptitude in problem-solving.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively from home with strong communication skills and with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly across the working week when necessary.
• Ability to prioritise and plan activities to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and report-writing skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Good computer literacy skills (e.g. with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and project reporting systems).
• A reliable team player with good attendance and work performance.
• Ability to set performance objectives and ensure these are achieved.
• Excellent organisational / admin skills and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience in financial planning for funding applications.
• Experience of working in the charity or not for profit sector.
• Understanding of small-scale charitable trading.
• Experience of commercial contract management.
• Experience of managing an IT service provider.
• Knowledge of the Mersey Catchment.
• Good network of contacts in the sector. 

General notes

• Some travel around the Mersey Catchment will be necessary therefore a current driving licence and access to a vehicle (insured for business use) is desirable or otherwise access to public transport networks. 
• This position will from time to time require work during some evenings, weekends and public holidays to meet the needs of the post. A time-off in lieu system is operated by the Trust.
• We will also require the successfully applicant to undergo a basic DBS check and provide satisfactory references from previous employers.

Work with us to support the recovery and wellbeing of the Armed Forces community, helping individuals rebuild confidence and reach their full potential!

As the need for our Recovery Services continues to grow, and as part of our ambitious new strategy, we’re expanding our team to reach even more members of the Armed Forces Community. We are currently recruiting four Recovery Case Officers to deliver support, guidance, and advocacy to our beneficiaries – including some who will go on to be part of Team UK and compete in the Invictus Games!

As a Recovery Case Officer, you will ensure our beneficiaries receive the help they need to navigate life’s challenges to achieve greater independence. You will be proactive, empathetic, and offer tailored welfare advice and support. You will play a key role in maintaining a consistent and high-quality recovery journey.

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.

Key responsibilities:

- Assess the needs of beneficiaries and collaborate with internal Recovery Services teams as well as external service providers to ensure that appropriate support is delivered in an integrated and effective way.
- Develop and maintain creative, tailored solutions to suit the unique needs of beneficiaries and ensure that the journey is maintained appropriately and in line with the Recovery Services programmes participation.
- Advise beneficiaries on available support and assist them in accessing the services they need and advocate on their behalf, while maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of statutory benefits.
- Manage grants within the levels of delegate financial authority and undertake due diligence when considering financial support.

You will be contracted to your home address, and you will perform most of your work remotely using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues. There will be occasional travel nationally to attend training or meetings. 

About Recovery Services:

The Battle Back Centre in Lilleshall, Shropshire, is the home of the Royal British Legion (RBL) Recovery Services. We delivery a range of tailored recovery programmes, all designed to assist the Armed Forces community overcome the barriers and challenges encountered as a result of injury or illness. Our programmes are designed to address a broad range of wellbeing needs – from exploring the link between physical and mental health, to managing stress, promoting healthy living, and strengthening social connections.  Through innovative activities such as the Multi Activity Course, Recovery through the Arts, and the Invictus Games, we offer meaningful opportunities for individuals to discover their potential and build supportive relationships. If you would like to discover more about the incredible work we do, have a look at our
website.

Employee benefits include:

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

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

We’re currently recruiting a number of exciting roles within Recovery Services, so if you’re looking to join a supportive, passionate and forward-thinking team, be sure to keep an eye out for our other roles and find the one that’s right for you:

- Recovery Pathways Coordinator
- Recovery Programmes Administrator
- Recovery Logistics Coordinator
- Sport Development Officer
- Team UK Programmes Officer
- Team UK Administrator

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.

Closing Date: 16th October 2025
Interview Dates: Tuesday 28th October and Wednesday 29th October 2025

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.

This is a brand new influential role designed to support our CEO in building our organisational fitness for the future through its infrastructure, including health & safety, people management, data and technology, and the running of our building at Chaucer Street.

It is a wonderful opportunity to lead the creation of sustainable mechanisms to improve ways of working in the challenging and evolving charity services sector. It is a role that will directly enable our front-line teams to spend more time with and create improved outcomes with the women we are here to support.

About us

Nottingham Women’s Centre is a women’s community and services space dedicated to helping women to overcome barriers, have their voices heard and seek solutions that create a better future for themselves. We do this by offering a network of services that include counselling, advice and guidance, courses, health and well-being activities, volunteering, focussed campaigning and activism.

General Description

We are looking for an experienced Operational Lead to join our senior leadership team at an exciting point of change and development for the organisation.  This is a brand new  influential role designed to support our CEO in building our organisational fitness for the future through its infrastructure, including health & safety, people management, data and technology and the running of our building at Chaucer Street.  It is a wonderful opportunity to lead on the creation of sustainable mechanisms to improve ways of working in the challenging and evolving charity services sector.  It is a role that will directly enable our front line teams spend more time with and create improved outcomes with the women we are here to support.

Key Responsibilities 

Operational Leadership inc

• Oversee day-to-day operations across the organisation.

• Develop and implement operational policies, planning and procedures.

• Support continuous learning and improvement in organisational effectiveness

Governance, Compliance & Risk inc

• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations

• Maintain and monitor the risk management register and oversight of all organisational policies

• Support the SLT, Board and CEO with governance processes and reporting (internally & funder) 

IT, Systems & Infrastructure inc

• Oversee the charity’s IT systems, databases, and technology infrastructure.

• Lead on digital transformation and ensure tools and systems support effective service delivery

• Maintain information security standards and appropriate accreditations

Finance & Resource Management inc

• Collaborate with the Head of Finance to ensure robust financial planning, budgeting, and reporting for operations

• Monitor organisational performance against key budgets and metrics.

• Work with teams to ensure and increase value for money across contracts and expenses 

• Support funding bids primarily where linked to core and operational costs

HR and People Management inc

• Support the People Officer in the development of People strategy and implementation (recruitment, performance, wellbeing, learning & development).

• Champion a positive, feminist and inclusive workplace culture.

• Ensure compliance with employment law and best practice in HR. 

Service leadership inc

• The role currently includes management of the reception and admin team who support women as they come into the building and utilise the welcome space for activities as well as support the logistical running of the building

Facilities & Health and Safety inc

• Manage the charity’s facilities (offices, community spaces, etc.) and ensure safe working environments.

• Oversee health and safety compliance and business continuity planning. 

Leadership and Strategic Input

Contribute to organisational strategy and business planning.

• Work closely with other members of the senior leadership team to ensure alignment across contracts, teams and activity offers

• Build and maintain working partnerships with external organisations 

• Support and develop your team ensuring they are competent and empowered to undertake their roles and support you and the organisation deliver quality services   

• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with relevant legislation and Nottingham Women’s Centre policies and procedures, including the Centre’s Equal Opportunities policy and Health and Safety Policy. 

• Deputise for the CEO as required. 

The nature of the role and organisation will require you to be flexible and you may be asked carry out any other duties commensurate with this post

Notes

• As part of our anti-racism work we aim for 50% of shortlisted candidates to be from an ethnic minority. This positive action is being taken to further diversify our team. All shortlisted candidates must meet the essential minimum criteria which are marked with a * on the person specification.

• We offer a generous amount of leave, opportunities for flexible and or hybrid working, workplace pension, personal development and a supportive working environment that includes access to an employee assistance programme.

• This post is subject to completion of a three-month probationary period.

• An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role.