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Job Description and Person Specification
Job title Participation Manager
Hours 35 hours per week. We are opening to discussing flexible arrangements – please highlight any requests when applying.
Length of contract 12 months
Location Hybrid work between home and our Vauxhall office. Please read more about our approach to hybrid working in the relevant section below.
Reports to Director of Evidence and Improvement
National Voices
Making what matters to people matter in health and care
National Voices is the leading coalition of health and social care charities in England. We have more than 200 members covering a diverse range of health conditions and communities, connecting us with the experiences of millions of people. We work together to strengthen the voice of people: patients, service users, carers, their families, and the voluntary organisations that work for them.
Our Vision: People shaping their health and care.
Our Mission: We advocate for more inclusive and person centred health and care, shaped by the people who use and need it the most.
We do this by:
· Understanding and advocating for what matters to people especially those living with health conditions and groups who experience inequalities.
· Finding common cause across communities and conditions by working with member charities and those they support.
· Connecting and convening charities, decision makers and citizens to work together to change health and care for good.
The Role
At National Voices, our aim is to make what matters to people matter in health and care. Too often, we see decisions made about the design of health and care services which don’t consider the people who use and need those services – especially those with long term conditions and from groups experiencing inequality. While the intentions of decision makers are usually good, they can unwittingly develop services which are difficult to access, stressful to experience and which don’t enable people to live life to its full potential.
We believe that if health and care leaders were better supported to meaningfully involve people living with health conditions, disability, inequality and their carers in decisions about how services are delivered then our NHS and social care services would be more equitable, and person centred.
At National Voices, we believe that this can best be achieved by connecting health and care leaders in health and care to key groups including:
· Leaders within the patient participation movement, who can support and advise health and care leaders on how to share power with people and communities using coaching and quality improvement techniques, and by acting as a critical friend.
· Leaders from voluntary sector organisations and community groups, who can bring insight into the needs, experiences and priorities of the communities they serve. They can identify opportunities to improve how services are designed and delivered, and help connect decision-makers with communities whose voices are often underrepresented.
· People with lived experience of inequality, particular conditions or services, who bring unique expertise based on their direct experience of care. They can provide timely insight into the impact of policies and services, helping decision-makers stay tuned to current needs, experiences and priorities, rather than relying on historical evidence or assumptions.
We are looking for a Participation Manager who can lead on the design, development and delivery of funded projects that generate insight, support improvement, and enable meaningful participation in health and care decision making. This will include end-to-end responsibility for project design, delivery, reporting and impact.
Projects may include designing and delivering activity such as workshops, coordinating lived experience advisory groups, coordinating coalitions of VCSE organisations, undertaking qualitative research, facilitation and engagement work. The postholder will need sufficient breadth of experience across these areas to confidently design and steer programmes, while drawing on colleagues, partners and associates for specialist input where needed.
You will be responsible for overall programme management - ensuring projects are well planned, appropriately resourced, and delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard. This includes managing risks, reporting requirements and funder relationships.
Projects may also include co-ordinating the delivery of Voices for Improvement coaching relationships and workshops on meaningful participation. We are open to a Participation Manager who has skills and experience around coaching theory and practice, however, we can also bring in external Associates with this subject matter expertise where needed to guide and supervise the coaching elements of the process.
You will also play an active role in identifying and developing new funding and partnership opportunities, contributing to the growth of National Voices’ portfolio of externally funded work.
Finally, where needed, you will also work collaboratively with another Participation Manager who leads National Voices’ Lived Experience Partner programme, membership scheme and partnership programme. You will contribute to these areas where required, particularly where they intersect with funded projects, but they will not be the primary focus of this role.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and delivery of funded participation projects
Lead the end-to-end design, delivery and management of funded programmes and projects that generate insight, support improvement and drive meaningful participation in health and care, including:
· Lead on shaping, securing and delivering funded projects from proposal stage through to completion, ensuring clear outcomes and impact
· Design and oversee programmes that may include research, engagement and participatory activity, such as qualitative and quantitative research, stakeholder engagement and participation work
· Convene and coordinate a range of delivery approaches including advisory groups, workshops, events, VCSE engagement and system partner collaboration
· Ensure delivery is well planned, resourced and managed, including oversight of budgets, timelines, risks and funder reporting
· Draw on colleagues, partners and associates for specialist expertise where needed, while holding overall responsibility for programme design and coherence
· Translate insights and findings into clear, accessible outputs in collaboration with policy and communications colleagues to support influence and impact
· Develop and shape new funding opportunities and proposals to grow the organisation’s portfolio of externally funded work
Deliver coaching and engagement programmes
Manage the delivery of structured coaching and engagement programmes, including National Voices’ Voices for Improvement model, where included within funded projects:
- Oversee delivery of coaching and engagement activity including matching, coordination and participant support
- Ensure coaching relationships between people with lived experience and system leaders are well supported and of high quality
- Contribute to the design and facilitation of associated engagement or learning sessions where required
- Work with associates or external specialists to bring in coaching or quality improvement expertise where needed
- Capture learning, feedback and impact from coaching programmes and contribute to funder reporting, case studies and evaluation outputs
Contribute to wider participation programmes
Work collaboratively with another Participation Manager to support integration with National Voices’ wider participation infrastructure:
· Contribute where relevant to the Lived Experience Partner programme, membership scheme and partnership programme
· Support the involvement of lived experience partners, members and partners in funded projects and engagement activity
· Ensure alignment across programmes and share learning between project delivery and participation infrastructure
General
- Provide line management to one Project Officer within the team, if needed - quality assuring outputs, holding regular 1-2-1s as well as setting annual objectives and completing appraisals.
- Provide matrix management for other National Voices colleagues as and when required.
- Work in sync with other managers across National Voices, contributing to a joined-up, supportive team culture.
- Deputise for the Director of Evidence and Improvement, or other senior colleagues, when required.
· Follow organisational processes to measure, monitor and communicate the impact of our work
· Support good project, financial and data management
Person Specification
Values, attitudes and behaviours
· Passionate about National Voices’ mission and the meaningful involvement of people with lived experience
· Strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and reducing health inequalities
· Proactive, flexible, and responsive, with a willingness to work in complexity
· Comfortable working both collaboratively and independently, taking ownership of delivery
· Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines without compromising quality
· Confident engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including constructively challenging where appropriate
· Entrepreneurial - able to spot opportunities for growth, collaboration, and impact
· Energised by variety, able to work across diverse themes while identifying connections and opportunities
Skills and abilities
· Strong programme and/or project management skills, with demonstrable experience of leading complex, multi-stakeholder funded programmes from design through to delivery and completion
· Ability to shape ideas into deliverable programmes, including contributing to funding bids, designing delivery approaches, and translating proposals into practical delivery plans
· Strong analytical and synthesis skills, with the ability to translate complex qualitative and quantitative insight into clear, structured outputs that inform decision making and drive action
· Excellent organisational skills, including planning, prioritisation, risk management and delivery of high-quality work to deadlines
· Confident stakeholder and relationship management skills, with experience working across partners, funders, subcontractors, commissioned work and multi-organisation collaborations
· Strong facilitation and engagement skills, including designing and delivering workshops, events and participatory sessions for diverse audiences
· Strong communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, accessible written outputs and presentations
· Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively, support others in delivery, and contribute to shared outcomes
Experience, knowledge and understanding
· Demonstrable experience of leading or delivering participation work with people with lived experience, ideally addressing inequality
· Strong experience of designing and delivering insight generation projects (qualitative and/or quantitative) that have led to real-world impact and improvement
· Experience of working meaningfully with people experiencing inequalities in safe and inclusive ways
· Experience of managing projects, budgets, and multiple stakeholders, working with a high degree of autonomy
· Experience of managing partnerships, funders, or commissioned work, including contributing to income generation
· Experience of facilitating workshops, events, or participatory sessions
· Understanding of the health and care landscape
· Good understanding of the participation landscape, with the ability to act as a credible contributor in the field (desirable)
· Experience of managing or contributing to coalitions or networks of VCSE or membership organisations (desirable)
· Understanding of mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) approaches to evidence generation and analysis (desirable)
· Coaching and/or quality improvement qualifications (desirable)
· Lived experience of disability, caring responsibilities and/or inequality (desirable)
Our approach to hybrid working
We recognise the importance of coming together regularly, in-person, as a team, so we can share learnings and spend social time with each other. We also recognise that people need flexibility, and that homeworking enables focused work and can fit well in people’s lives.
We ask all staff to take part in pre-arranged team meetings which take place every six weeks in our office space. We also might ask you to meet in-person with members of your team from time to time, or to be available for face-to- face meetings with clients and partners where this enhances the work.
We assume that this would usually not amount to more than one day per fortnight for people who work full time. We are happy to discuss how this sits in your life. This can be agreed by your line manager.
Please note that our offices are fully wheelchair accessible and that we are committed to making our workplace fully inclusive.
Application guidance
Please submit a CV and cover letter to apply. We are also recruiting a permanent Participation Manager role at the same time. If you would like your application to be for both roles, please make this clear in your cover letter.
You're welcome to use AI tools to help you prepare your application. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. We often see similar AI-generated writing styles, which can make applications less distinctive. As a charity, we're particularly interested in hearing why our mission matters to you and how your values align with ours.
Please specify any access or other requirements of which we need to be aware for the online interview.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on Thursday 30th July.
The interviews will take place in early August on Microsoft Teams. Details of an interview task and interview questions will be emailed to you in advance.
We are committed to diversifying our team in order to broaden the insight and experiences we can draw on, and to do our work more credibly. In particular, we would welcome applications from older people, disabled people and people who have experienced socioeconomic inequality. Our offices are fully accessible and we are a Disability Confident and an LGBT+ friendly employer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Be Part of Meaningful Change
Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) is entering an exciting new chapter. With a strengthened leadership team and an ambitious vision for the future, we are building on our foundations to deliver a bold and impactful organisational strategy.
We are now seeking an Interim Adult Counselling Clinical Lead to join our Adult Counselling Team at this pivotal time. This opportunity is available as either a fixed-term appointment or a secondment opportunity within the Alliance (9 months).
As a specialist charity supporting survivors of sexual violence across twelve South London boroughs, we provide counselling, group therapy, advocacy, prevention education, and professional training. With an annual income of approximately £4 million, we are growing and strengthening our infrastructure to better serve survivors and communities.
About the Role
This is a key leadership role providing clinical, operational, and strategic oversight of our Adult Counselling service.
You will play a central role in ensuring safe, effective and high‑quality support for survivors, while driving continuous improvement and contributing to organisational strategy.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the clinical delivery and governance of the Adult Counselling service
- Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Oversee risk, safeguarding, and complex case management
- Manage, support, and develop a multidisciplinary team
- Drive service improvements through data, insight and evaluation
- Contribute to strategic planning and service development
- Manage budgets and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks
- Represent RCSL externally and build strong partnerships
About You
You are a compassionate, experienced clinical leader with a strong commitment to feminist, trauma‑informed practice.
Person Specification
Essential
- Qualification in counselling/psychotherapy and membership of a recognised UK professional body (e.g. BACP, UKCP)
- Significant experience supporting survivors of sexual violence
- Minimum 600 hours post‑qualification supervised practice
- Strong safeguarding and risk management expertise
- Experience of leading teams and managing services
Desirable
- Accredited membership
- Clinical supervision qualification
- Experience within the VAWG sector
- Additional language skills
What You Bring
- Deep understanding of trauma‑informed practice and the impact of sexual violence
- Strong leadership, decision‑making and communication skills
- A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
- The ability to foster a safe, supportive and high‑performing team culture
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
Rape Crisis South London is committed to safeguarding survivors and service users. The post holder will contribute to maintaining the organisation’s safeguarding standards.
This includes:
- Promoting the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk
- Identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns
- Following organisational safeguarding policies and procedures
- Supporting a culture where everyone feels safe, respected and supported
Our safer recruitment processes include:
- Values-based interviews
- Verification of identity, qualifications and employment history
- Reference checks
- Enhanced DBS checks where required
- Safeguarding training and supervision
- Equality, Feminist Commitment and Values.
Intersectionality and Reasonable Adjustments
We recognise that experiences of sexual violence are shaped by intersecting factors such as:
- Race and ethnicity
- Disability
- Sexuality and gender identity
- Socioeconomic background
- Immigration status
- Faith and culture
Our work is grounded in feminist principles, recognising sexual violence as both a cause and consequence of gender inequality. We centre survivor voices and prioritise empowerment, inclusivity and intersectionality.
Applicants are encouraged to let us know if they require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, such as:
- Alternative interview formats or timings
- Additional time for written tasks
- Accessible documentation
- Support relating to disability, neurodivergence or health needs
Learning and Development
As a charity undergoing transformation and growth, we welcome colleagues who are committed to continuous learning and professional development.
Interview Process
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview, conducted via MS Teams.
Stage one: MS Teams with the Interim Head of Therapeutic Services and two other panel members.
The whole process from advertisement to appointment, may take up to 3 -4 weeks.
Post holder will be required to undertake Enhanced DBS
The role will initially be open for one month (until filled). However, due to the urgent need for support, applications will be reviewed and interviews arranged on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
The interview will explore experience and approach to:
- Safeguarding
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Wellbeing and feminist practice
- Trauma-informed therapeutic work
- Leadership responsibilities relevant to the role
This post is open to women only (Schedule 9, Paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010).
We particularly welcome applications from women underrepresented in leadership roles in the VAWG sector. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
How to apply
Please submit:
- Your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to in PDF format
- Interview date(s): This opportunity will remain open for 4 weeks. However, due to the urgent need to recruit to this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be arranged before the closing date. We therefore encourage early applications.
Thank you for your interest in RCSL. If you have not heard from us within one month of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
AI in Job Applications
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Providing specialist support to women and girls who have experienced rape and/or childhood sexual violence and abuse.



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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to help shape public debate, influence policy and communicate the value of homecare to Parliament and the wider public?
We are looking for a driven, curious, and politically aware External Affairs and Policy Specialist to help us communicate our policy work externally and strengthen the voice of homecare providers. You will turn policy insight, member experience and evidence into clear, persuasive communications for Parliament, the media, stakeholders and members
As a small, influential membership body, we offer breadth, visibility and responsibility. This role will suit someone who enjoys working hands-on in a small team, where priorities can move quickly and individual contribution is highly visible. We invest in our people, encourage professional development and give you real responsibility and exposure from day one. Your work will help shape national conversations and support a sector that matters.
What you will do
Parliamentary engagement
· Support day to day parliamentary monitoring and identify opportunities to influence debates, questions and policy development
· Draft high-quality briefings, parliamentary questions, and stakeholder communications
- Build and maintain relationships with MPs, Peers, and parliamentary staff
· Support delivery of our parliamentary engagement activity, including events and party conferences
Member communication
· Draft clear, timely and engaging communications for members, including briefings, updates and campaigns
· Work directly with members, including through focus groups, to capture insight, case studies and evidence
· Ensure member voice sits at the centre of our external messaging
· Translate complex policy and political developments into clear, practical and accessible information for members and external audiences
Wider external affairs
·Monitor media coverage and support proactive and reactive media activity
· Contribute to social media and wider communications output
· Support campaigns, publications, events and stakeholder engagement
· Support team coordination, reporting and continuous improvement
About you
You are bright, motivated and organised, with a strong interest in politics, policy and communications. You enjoy writing, relationship-building and working at pace. You can understand complex issues, ask good questions and turn evidence into clear, compelling messages for different audiences.
You will bring:
·Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to translate complex policy issues for different audiences
·Experience in public affairs, policy communications, media, communications or campaigning, or a closely related field
·An understanding of UK parliamentary processes, political engagement and the wider policy environment
· Confidence gathering insight from stakeholders, members or service users, including through meetings, interviews or focus groups
·Confidence using social media to inform, engage and influence
·Strong planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
·An interest in social care, health or public services, or a desire to build expertise in this area
Please note that we are shortlisting applications as they come in.
We are recruiting a People and Culture Officer to support the delivery of a comprehensive, proactive and high-quality People Service.
What you will do:
- Assist the People and Culture Manager to provide support, advice and guidance to managers on effective implementation of all policies and processes covering the full employee lifecycle.
- Manage minor/ low level employee relations processes with support from the People and Culture Manager
- Prepare and issue HR documentation, including contracts, invite letters and outcome letters with support from the People and Culture Manager
- Be the notetaker in HR meetings, including team meetings, investigations, disciplinaries and appeals.
- Support managers with recruitment processes and campaigns.
- Provide support and guidance to colleagues relating to policies and procedures.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- English Language and Mathematics GCSE or equivalent grade C or above
- CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience
- Demonstratable experience of managing employee relation cases in line with UK employment law and best practice
- Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise your workload
- Competent user of all Microsoft Office packages.
- Understand the importance of confidentiality
- Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and to maintain confidentiality
Please visit the careers site for the full job description and person specification for the role.
Salary: £25,404.80 per annum (Scale point 18) progressing by increments to £27,738.50 per annum (Scale point 23)
Hours: 29 hours per week Location: Warrington
Contract: Fixed term contract for 13 months.
Benefits: You will receive 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time workers), hybrid and flexible working arrangements, an attractive pension scheme, Medicash membership and enhanced sick pay. Please visit our website for more details.
Closing date: 19th July 2026
We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications so, please submit your application as soon as possible.
PAPYRUS is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its recruitment policies are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
PAPYRUS is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk that interact with the organisation. The organisation recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of these vulnerable groups by a commitment to procedures to protect them. The charity expects all staff and volunteers to fully support and promote these commitments.
To prevent suicide with urgent support, education, campaigns and conversations that keep young people safe – and hope alive.

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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Main Purpose of the Post
The Chief Executive will have overall responsibility for all aspects of the day to day running of the RLSS and all its services. This will include management of staff and ensuring the services are meeting the needs of those who require them, in addition to managing finances, membership and external relationships. The post holder will be accountable to and work closely with the Board Chair and its Directors to set the strategic direction and further develop the business model which will serve Religious Life Groups for the future.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strategy & Leadership and Governance
· Provide visible, ambitious, and focused leadership of the RLSS.
· Be overall responsible for the management of the RLSS working in conjunction with the Chair and Directors to provide leadership.
· Lead and contribute to the Board’s overall development of the strategy and annual plans to ensure achievement of a One Church approach to applying the Church’s safeguarding standards.
· Ensure risks to the overall objectives of the RLSS are identified, mitigated, and reported to the Board.
· Develop a culture of resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning within the organization to navigate challenges and maintain trust among victims/survivors and members.
· Develop and promote services and practice improvements which are designed to mitigate risk and improve understanding within safeguarding.
· Effectively sustain a culture that consistently meets the needs of and engages with victim/survivors and with Religious.
· Foster and develop a climate of shared accountabilities, learning and continuous improvement.
· Ensure the RLSS meets it statutory, legal, and regulatory obligations.
· Ensure appropriate presentation and reporting to the Board (and any sub committees and advisory groups) on the progress of the RLSS and on all matters relevant to the discharge of the Board’s responsibilities.
· Oversee all promotional activities, press releases, digital presence, radio, and newspaper interviews.
Staffing & Management.
· Be accountable for the recruitment, retention, ongoing development, and wellbeing of RLSS staff.
· Enthusiastically and effectively, lead, shape, and influence teams to deliver the vision and goals of RLSS to ensure best practice in the delivery of all its safeguarding services.
· Create a supportive working environment which promotes transparency and collaboration in safeguarding.
· Ensure that high quality people management is embedded across the service and foster a high performing culture with shared accountabilities and continuous improvement.
· Ensure the effective management and implementation of robust performance management and appraisal processes.
· Provide direction, support, and set clear objectives to immediate line reports.
· Provide or arrange professional supervision to safeguarding case working staff.
· Produce, review and update plans relating to service areas.
· Establish and maintain effective and secure record keeping systems.
· Ensure the management and implementation of regular quality assurance, audit, performance management and reporting, using effective management information systems, ensuring this meets CSSA’s requirements.
Collaboration/Networks.
· Contribute to strategic level initiatives with key partners, particularly the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and relevant statutory agencies, to ensure joint planning, access to resources and the development of interagency strategies.
· Build strong and dynamic relationships and networks within and outside the Church to deliver better outcomes for Religious in safeguarding.
Policy and Procedure
· Ensure a robust and up to date Policy & Procedure framework approved by the Board is in place including HR, Health and Safety, Data Protection and operational delivery.
· Ensure there is a system in place to review approved policies and procedures to ensure that substantial changes or additions are brought to the Board for decision.
· Undertake operating compliance exercises including annual risk assessments, health and safety checks and reporting on incidents and near misses.
· Ensure
Finance & Resources
· In conjunction with the Board of Directors, develop a long-term funding strategy, including gathering data, completing research, developing models to ensure the service is cost effective.
· Agree and deliver to budget maintaining a reserve level in line with policy and monitor all budgets and provide financial reports to the Board of Directors.
· Be responsible and accountable for all finances and resources within the teams, ensuring value for money, the avoidance of waste, and the efficient and effective use of all resources.
· Ensure the equitable and timely allocation of work, assuring the most appropriate interventions that timescales are being met and appropriate records maintained.
· Be responsible for all contracts, tenancy agreements and leases.
· Have overall responsibility for the security of confidential information, use of computers and database information.
· Well-developed database and Microsoft Office skills.
This a summary of the key activities of the post. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list and the post-holder may be required to perform other duties which are appropriate to the scale and nature of the job role.
Role Requirements
Essential Criteria you need to be able to demonstrate:
Strategic and system leadership
• Experience of working at Chief Executive level in similar size/larger organisation.
• A strong track record leading organisations, setting direction and delivering outcomes
• Resilience and the ability to work under pressure whilst showing consideration to others.
Culture and capability building
• motivating people, driving, and evaluating performance, and building a positive and inclusive culture
Commercial and professional judgement
• Professional knowledge and experience that evidence a strategic and operational understanding of safeguarding
• Management skills including finance, planning, project management and marketing.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Experience of negotiating and managing contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and competence in using digital technology for service delivery across the organisation.
• A creative thinker, proven leader with a ‘can do’ attitude which is results orientated.
Stakeholder engagement and influence
• Interpersonal and listening skills; an ability to deal sensitively with those in Religious Life, Victims/Survivors public, the vulnerable and their families/representatives.
• Skills in conflict resolution, negotiation and problem solving.
• Experience of reviewing evidence and taking appropriate action where necessary; applying sound judgement, with an attention to detail; maintaining confidentiality and building trust
• Ability to respond, sensitively and fully to complaints.
Desirable Criteria you need to be able to demonstrate:
· Understanding of the way in which faith-based organisations respond effectively/ dysfunctionally to safeguarding issues
· Senior management experience in the charitable sector
Due Diligence – Please note that as part of the safer recruitment process, due diligence including social media checks will be undertaken on appointable candidates.
Committed to a safer Catholic Church. RLSS is an independent team of safeguarding professionals offering safeguarding services
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People are at the heart of everything we do at UCCF.
Over the last two years, we've invested significantly in building excellent People practices across UCCF. We've strengthened our policies, improved our processes, created clear foundations for growth, and developed a People function that exists to help our staff thrive as they serve students across Great Britain.
Now we're entering an exciting new chapter.
We're launching a brand new HR system (HiBob), modernising the way we work, refreshing key policies and practices, and creating a more connected employee experience across the organisation. We're looking for a People Advisor who wants to help shape what comes next.
The role
This is a varied and rewarding generalist HR role with responsibility across the employee lifecycle. You'll take a lead on key areas including recruitment, onboarding and internal communications, while also supporting HR operations and projects across the wider organisation.
One day you might be supporting managers with a recruitment campaign, welcoming new starters and coordinating inductions. The next you could be analysing engagement survey results, improving a People process, creating internal communications content, or helping implement new ways of working through HiBob, our new HR system.
You'll thrive in this role if you're curious, people focused and proactive, with a passion for improving experiences, solving problems and making things better. You'll bring strong organisational and communication skills and a desire to develop. Some experience of HR systems, recruitment or people processes would be helpful, but we know great candidates don't always tick every box. If this role excites you, we'd love to hear from you and discuss how we can support your development, including towards a CIPD Level 5 qualification if that's not something you already have.
The role is based at Blue Boar House in central Oxford with hybrid working. Our expectation is that you'd spend approximately 60% of your time working together in person across a month. For many people this typically works out as around three days per week in the office, although conference attendance and occasional travel may mean some weeks look different. Our office is located in the heart of Oxford with views of the dreaming spires and every lunch option you can imagine right on our doorstep.
If that sounds exciting, we'd love to hear from you.
The details
- Salary: £31,601 - 37,545 (depending on experience)
- Hours: Full-time of 37.5 hours per week. We are also open to discussing part time
- Holiday: 30 days holiday per year, plus 8 public holidays
- Location: Hybrid working from our Oxford office
- Interview dates: 6th - 7th August, at our Oxford office
- Start date: 1st September or as soon as possible, open to negotiation for the right candidate
Our benefits
- 30 days annual leave, plus public holidays
- 5 days of service leave
- CIPD membership fee
- Modern and spacious central Oxford office
- Facilities including secure bike storage
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free access to counselling and healthcare support, including discounted gym memberships
- Generous enhanced family leave and pay provision
Please visit our webiste for more information and how to apply.
We are passionate about students reaching students with the good news of Jesus.



Contract: Permanent, full-time contract.
Hours: 35 hours per week (1 FTE)
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000
Location: Carers Trust office (London, Glasgow or Cardiff) with hybrid/home working options
This role is central to strengthening and connecting Carers Trust’s organisational networks across the UK. Through the delivery of clear, consistent and engaging communications, the Communications & Engagement Officer will help members stay informed about opportunities, resources and developments across the network, while promoting collaboration and the sharing of learning and good practice.
Working within the Network Development Team and closely alongside colleagues in Communications and Marketing, the postholder will coordinate network communications across a range of channels and audiences, helping to increase engagement with Carers Trust’s membership offers and strengthen connections between member organisations.
The role will also play an important part in ensuring members' voices, experiences and achievements are reflected across Carers Trust’s wider communications. By supporting more connected, informed and engaged networks, the postholder will contribute to stronger services and better outcomes for unpaid carers across the UK.
As the postholder you will:
- Work with subject-matter leads across Carers Trust to translate technical or organisational information into accessible, engaging content for different audiences across Carers Trust’s networks.
- Develop and implement engagement plans to promote partner participation in learning, research, campaigns or development initiatives.
- Contribute to the development of toolkits, guides and resources that support members in delivering high-quality services and in relation to identified capacity building needs.
- Contribute to evaluation activities and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
Please download the attached recruitment pack to find out more.
About the Shrine
For centuries, the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham in Norfolk has welcomed pilgrims, visitors and communities seeking reflection, connection and renewal.
It remains one of the UK’s most significant centres of pilgrimage. Each year, we receive around 10,000 residential pilgrims and over 100,000 visitors. Our work also includes education programmes, school visits and resources to support the teaching of Christianity in schools and parishes. We are committed to being a place of welcome for all, with particular care for those who come seeking hope, support and a sense of belonging.
Fundraising at the Shrine
The Shrine is supported by donations, membership, legacies and grants, and receives no statutory funding.
We are now establishing a more structured and professional approach to fundraising and this role will play an important part in supporting the delivery of that activity and helping to build a sustainable income base for the future.
Why this role now?
As the Shrine develops a more proactive approach to fundraising, we are looking for someone who can help ensure that activity is well-organised, consistent and effective.
This is an opportunity to join at an early stage and help build the systems, processes and supporter relationships that will underpin long-term growth.
Job description and terms and conditions
Job Description: Fundraising Officer
Line Manager:Director of Engagement and Education
Salary:£40,000-£45,000 per annum (pro rata if part time)
Normal place of work:The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, Norfolk, with some flexibility for hybrid working (1-2 days per week remote)
Hours:40 hours per week (may include weekends and Bank Holidays as required)
Holiday Terms:25 days plus 8 Bank Holidays (those worked can be taken off in lieu)
Terms: An initial 6 months. The appointment to be confirmed, if satisfactory, after that period. Notice period - 8 weeks
Pension: The company operates a contributory pension scheme, the post holder contributing one third of the premium up to a maximum of five percent of salary.
Meals: During the Pilgrimage Season (1 February to 8 December) meals will be free of charge from the pilgrim refectory menu on the days the post holder is on shift.
Equal Opportunities: We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in the way we deliver services to the community and in our employment arrangements. We expect all employees to understand and promote this policy in their work.
Health and Safety: All employees have a responsibility for their own health and safety and that of others when carrying out their duties and must help us to apply our general statement of health and safety policy.
Safeguarding: WCTA Ltd is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A satisfactory DBS check will need to be returned prior to commencement of employment.
Purpose of the role
To support the delivery of fundraising activity, ensuring that campaigns, communications and supporter relationships are well managed and professionally delivered.
The role combines project coordination, communications and relationship support, and would suit someone who is organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple workstreams.
Key responsibilities
Supporter and Membership Engagement
Support the day-to-day running of the Shrine’s membership programme. Maintain accurate records and ensure timely communications
Help build stronger relationships with supporters
Campaign and Project Delivery
Support the delivery of fundraising campaigns and appeals Coordinate communications across print and digital channels Track responses and help monitor performance
Trusts and Grants
Research potential funders
Draft applications to smaller trusts (typically up to £5,000) Manage deadlines and reporting requirements
Communications and Content
Support the creation of newsletters and supporter updates. Assist with writing and editing fundraising communications
Donor Research and Support
Carry out research to identify potential supporters Prepare briefing materials for meetings and events
Events and Stewardship
Support the organisation of fundraising events Help manage invitations, guest lists and follow-up Ensure donors are thanked and kept informed
Systems and Administration
Maintain accurate supporter data
Support the development and use of fundraising systems
Compliance
Ensure activity complies with fundraising regulations and data protection requirements
Person Specification
We are open to candidates from a range of backgrounds. You may have worked in fundraising, events, communications, administration or another relevant field.
We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Clear and confident written communication
- Good interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach
- Confidence in working with data and systems
Personal Qualities
- Proactive and willing to take initiative
- Professional and reliable
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
- An interest in the Shrine’s work and purpose
Closing Date: Friday 24th July 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title - Health Consultant
Contract - Permanent
Hours - 21 hours per week
Salary - £31,920 per annum (£53,200 FTE)
Location - Coram Campus, London – hybrid of office and home working. Occasional travel to other venues in the UK is required
About Coram
Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.
We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.
Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
CoramBAAF is the UK’s leading membership organisation for professionals working across adoption, fostering and kinship care. We provide information, best practice guidance, advice, training and resources to support our members and influence policy to improve outcomes for children and young people.
Our corporate members in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland represent 94% of all local authorities as well as regional adoption agencies, health and social care trusts, independent fostering providers and voluntary adoption agencies, and cover 88% of all children and family social workers.
Our 650+ individual and associate members - comprising lawyers, health professionals, educational institutions, therapeutic and family support services, and more - reflect the multidisciplinary nature of our work.
Together, our members make up the largest network of organisations and individuals involved with children in their journey through the care system.
Health Consultant Role
This role is an essential part of CoramBAAF’s multi-disciplinary offer for CoramBAAF members, providing expertise, knowledge and experience of health practice and policy within Adoption, Kinship and Foster care. Key responsibilities include
- Providing leadership and direction in respect of CoramBAAF’s goal to promote positive health outcomes for care experienced children and young people including adopted children and children in kinship care.
- Developing policy and good practice guidance for health and social care professionals and services in a multi-disciplinary context.
- Facilitating the CoramBAAF Health Group and the Health Advisory Committee and ensure that the work of the health group continuously develops to meet the first two objectives.
- Working in partnership alongside the CoramBAAF’s existing health consultant
As a professional membership organisation CoramBAAF is responsible for delivering high quality research-based policy advice and briefing updates to its members and other relevant stakeholders, including central and local government. This role sits within the policy, research and development (PRD) team. The PRD team is led by the Managing Director of policy, research and development and consists of consultants who specialise in different forms of family placement from an interdisciplinary perspective including social work, legal, health and research. Core to the team’s role is the contribution to membership services and products, including publications, conferences, briefings, practice notes and forms. The team also convenes a number of advisory committees and special interest groups that support and feed into these primary functions.
To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.
Closing Date: 27th July 2026 at 11:59pm
Interview Date: TBC
Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.
If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registered Charity No. 312278.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Communications & Community Coordinator
Reports to: Community Engagement Manager
Hours: Full-time, 36.5 hours per week
Hybrid WFH 2 day a week
Purpose of the Role
The Communications & Community Coordinator is responsible for supporting the delivery of member communications, community engagement activities and administrative processes across the organisation.
The role combines content creation, digital communications, CRM administration and community engagement support, helping to ensure members are informed, engaged and connected with the life of the synagogue.
This is a hands-on coordination role focused on delivery and administration rather than communications or marketing strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Communications and Content
- Create and schedule content across WLS social media channels.
- Design and produce newsletters, flyers, posters, brochures and other communication materials using Canva or similar software.
- Draft and distribute member communications, announcements and updates.
- Gather information from departments across WLS and coordinate regular e-bulletins and communications.
- Support the production of service booklets, information sheets and event materials.
- Ensure all communications are accurate, well-presented and consistent with WLS branding and tone of voice.
- Proofread communications and marketing materials.
Website and Digital Channels
- Maintain and update website content.
- Ensure website information remains accurate and current.
- Upload content, images and event information as required.
- Support the monitoring of social media and website engagement, providing basic reports where required.
Membership and Community Engagement Support
- Maintain accurate records within the CRM system.
- Produce reports from the CRM database as required.
- Support membership engagement initiatives and communications.
- Assist with membership administration and monthly membership updates.
- Respond to routine member enquiries and direct enquiries appropriately.
- Provide administrative support to community engagement activities, projects and programmes.
Events and Community Activities
- Support the promotion and administration of community events and programmes.
- Assist with event communications, registrations and attendee information.
- Maintain the communications and events calendar.
- Support photography and content gathering at events where required.
- Assist with the production and distribution of event publicity and promotional materials.
Administration
- Provide administrative support to the Community Engagement Manager and wider Community Engagement Team.
- Answer telephone calls, respond to enquiries and take messages as required.
- Maintain organised records, templates and communication assets.
General Responsibilities
- Positively and professionally represent WLS to members, visitors and the wider community.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across all departments.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders, suppliers and partners.
- Adhere to all WLS policies and procedures.
- Observe and promote WLS's Health & Safety policies.
- Observe and promote WLS's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion commitments.
- Undertake any other duties reasonably required by the Community Engagement Manager or senior leadership team.
Person Specification
Essential
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Strong proofreading and attention to detail.
- Experience creating content for social media and digital communications.
- Experience producing newsletters and communication materials.
- Good design skills using Canva or similar software.
- Strong administrative and organisational skills.
- Experience using databases or CRM systems.
- Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Desirable
- Experience working in a charity, community, faith or membership organisation.
- Experience updating website content using a CMS.
- Experience supporting events and community programmes.
- Basic photography or video editing skills.
- Knowledge of Jewish community life and organisations.
How to Apply
Please send your CV along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what attracts you to this opportunity. We'd love to hear how your skills and interests align with the role and how you could contribute to our community.
Please send us your CV along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what attracted you to this opportunity. We'd love to hear how your skills and interests align with the role and how you could contribute to our community.
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We are looking for a creative, strategic, and community-minded digital content creator & storyteller to increase our reach, elevate our voice, engage our community, and clearly communicate our value proposition. This role involves owning the end-to-end execution of our monthly member newsletter and driving growth and engagement across our social media channels and website.
Joining the NNA means using your creativity to shine a light on neonatal nursing across the UK. We’re a small, committed team with a big national role. Your work will help strengthen the voice, visibility and impact of the neonatal nursing profession.
If you love connecting with people and creating emotive, high-performing stories, we want to hear from you.
This is a remote role, with some travel to meetings and events. We offer flexible working arrangements.
We work to ensure every neonatal nurse is supported to be the best nurse they can be, so optimising care for babies and families.
Job Title - Member Services Team Assistant
Contract - Permanent
Hours - 17.5 hours per week
Salary - £13,468 per annum (£26,936 FTE)
Location - Coram Campus, London - Hybrid of office and home working
About Coram
Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.
We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.
Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
About CoramBAAF
CoramBAAF is the UK’s leading membership organisation for professionals working across adoption, fostering and kinship care. We provide information, best practice guidance, advice, training and resources to support our members and influence policy to improve outcomes for children and young people.
Our corporate members in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland represent 94% of all local authorities as well as regional adoption agencies, health and social care trusts, independent fostering providers and voluntary adoption agencies, and cover 88% of all children and family social workers.
Our 600+ individual and associate members - comprising lawyers, health professionals, educational institutions, therapeutic and family support services, and more - reflect the multidisciplinary nature of our work.
Together, our members make up the largest network of organisations and individuals involved with children in their journey through the care system.
About the role
CoramBAAF’s membership is central to the organisation’s aims and activities. The Member Services Team provides a comprehensive service to corporate members and customers in all four nations of the UK. The team manages and tracks member renewals, enrols new members, implements recruitment and retention strategies, co-ordinates service delivery to members and handles a wide range of membership enquiries.
The team is also responsible for the licensing of CoramBAAF’s health and social work report forms, essential to practice in adoption, fostering, kinship care and other substitute care UK-wide. Activities to support the licence scheme include managing and tracking licence renewals, coordinating the release of new and updated forms, enrolling new licence holders and handling a wide range of queries.
The Member Services Team Assistant will provide administrative assistance to the Member Services Team, including both membership and the forms licence scheme. Key activities include: monitoring the Membership and Licences inboxes; responding to general enquiries and directing service-specific or more complex enquiries to the appropriate colleague/team; maintaining and updating member/customer records in the CRM database; helping members to set up website accounts and resolving access issues; and assisting with payment chasing of membership and licence invoices.
If you have good customer service skills, an excellent eye for detail and are keen to be part of a busy team at the heart of CoramBAAF’s activities and services then we would like to hear from you!
To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.
Closing Date: 13th July 2026 at 12pm
Interview Date: Week commencing 20th July 2026
Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.
If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registered Charity No. 312278.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This role is key to helping Stewardship build the right things, in the right way, for the people we serve. As we grow our digital products, strong discovery, clear problem definition and effective collaboration are essential.
You will shape product improvements that genuinely meet the needs of our donors and ministry partners, ensuring changes are well defined, well delivered and valuable. By bringing clarity to requirements and supporting teams through delivery and testing, you will improve the quality and pace of what we release. Ultimately, your work will help Stewardship better serve generous Christians and the causes they support, releasing more generosity for God’s work.
Occupational Requirement (OR)
As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:
· Active membership of local church congregation.
· Undergoing a course of teaching or training in personal financial stewardship and giving/generosity or experiencing the benefits from personal discipleship in this area.
An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.
We help Christians be the best stewards of the resources God gives them



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Supporter Care Coordinator
Contract type: Fixed term, 12-month FTC with the possibility of extension
Working hours: Part time, 22.5 hours (3 days) per week
Working Pattern: Preferably Monday to Wednesday
Salary: £26,227 per annum, FTE (£15,736 per annum for 22.5 hours per week)
Salary Banding: Level 2
Location: Taunton, Somerset. Hybrid working available with 1-2 days per week expected in the office.
About Us
Somerset Wildlife Trust is a local independent charity and the only organisation uniquely focused on improving the natural environment of Somerset for the benefit of wildlife and people. We champion Somerset’s stunning, diverse, and important natural environment, making the case for nature to the public and politicians. We protect wildlife and lead the recovery of the environment by example, including on our nature reserves.
About You and the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to support the Fundraising Team at Somerset Wildlife Trust. By providing great supporter care and key administrative support to the team, particularly membership, you will help to maximise engagement and income from supporters of Somerset Wildlife Trust.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks
The Supporter Care Coordinator will provide exceptional supporter care and key administrative support to the fundraising team, particularly membership, to maximise engagement and income from supporters of Somerset Wildlife Trust by:
Supporter care:
- Being the first point of contact for the majority of our supporters and offering first-class stewardship to ensure our members and donors feel well-supported.
- Maintaining the highest standards of supporter care, including when responding to enquiries, judging when to involve colleagues to maximise potential support and income.
- Providing efficient data entry and administration, including for membership, fundraising appeals, community fundraising and events, processing all donations, including credit card payments and cheques, accurately.
- Supporting the Fundraising Data Specialist with the efficient processing of monthly Direct Debit and Gift Aid claims. Assist in financial reconciliations.
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the online shop, which includes the management of the website presence, fulfilment of all shop purchases and payments, and developing new products/adoptions as agreed with the Fundraising Development Manager.
- Being able to manage multiple tasks and requirements whilst demonstrating excellent time management
- Demonstrating good problem-solving skills and being able to work independently to deal with most enquiries and issues arising during the day.
- Providing administrative support for the Fundraising team.
- Identifying and proposing improvements that can be made to internal processes to help make the team more efficient.
CRM (Raiser’s Edge) & Systems:
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on the Trust’s supporter database (Raiser’s Edge), including by uploading new memberships, donations and event attendees and updating records.
- Work with other team members to manage the recording of fundraising activity and income to help them become confident users.
- Producing electronic member retention letters and working with the Fundraising Data Specialist to make other improvements to processes to maximise effective use of Raiser’s Edge.
- Assisting in the ongoing development and improvement of Raiser’s Edge and in the support of other teams using the system.
- Supporting Fundraising colleagues with other systems used in the day-to-day work of the team.
Stakeholder relationships:
- Managing the day-to-day relationship with our membership recruiters at SWWFL, including the member upload processes, maintaining data quality, providing additional equipment and resources, and organising SWWFL team days and inductions.
- Managing stock levels and organising the printing and updating of membership materials. Liaising with suppliers to gather quotes and order new materials.
We offer some fantastic benefits including:
- 7% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance
- An annual professional institution subscription if applicable
- Flexible and agile working
- Wellbeing support – EAP, wellbeing champions
- Diversity networks through RSWT/TWT
- Paid volunteer days
- Continuous Professional Development opportunities
- 33 days of holiday (25 + bank holidays)
The opportunity to make a real and positive difference to nature, communities and the climate
Closing date: Sunday 19 July 2026
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
No agencies please.
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Job Description
The Chartered College of Teaching is currently working on a number of exciting projects, and is recruiting a Teacher Development Specialist to support this work. This is a fixed term position which will focus on supporting the delivery of a key strand of our work relating to teacher and leadership development in the context of educational technology (EdTech) implementation. By joining our team as a Teacher Development Specialist, you’ll be helping us to support teachers, champion great teaching and raise the status of the profession.
The role will run until the end of October 2026 in the first instance.
We are open to full time or part time candidates.
Benefits: Flexible working, generous annual leave, 8.5% employer pension contribution, Paycare, individual and team professional development/learning budget. A full list of our benefits can be found here.
Based: Home based or office based, with hybrid-working options.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Deadline and interview: Applications will close at 12:00 on Wednesday 29th July 2026 but we will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis so we encourage you to apply early. We will interview as soon as a suitable candidate is identified and therefore may close the role early.
Interviews will consist of a task and competency-based interview.
Application: Please apply by uploading your CV and cover letter. Please use the guidance when writing your cover letter. We encourage you to apply promptly as we will be reviewing applications as they are received.
The Organisation
The Chartered College of Teaching is a charity and the professional body for teachers. We are working to empower a knowledgeable and respected teaching profession through membership and accreditation.
We are dedicated to bridging the gap between practice and research and equipping teachers from the moment they enter the classroom with the knowledge and confidence to make the best decisions for their pupils.
Our activities mainly focus on four key areas:
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membership
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teacher CPD and accreditation
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research, policy and events
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online and print resources
Since opening membership in 2017, we have grown rapidly. In total our work reaches over 40,000 teachers and more than 3.6 million young people. We are a growing and multi-skilled team of 30 people, supported by a Board with a significant track record of experience in a range of fields. Our business plan focuses on growing membership and Chartered Status, strategic positioning of the College in the education sector, and providing meaningful professional learning opportunities for the teaching profession.
The Opportunity
The Teacher Development Specialist will play a key role in supporting our work around teacher and leadership development, and delivering one of our key projects focusing on understanding effective practice in relation to building expertise through collaboration. Drawing on their deep understanding of research, evidence and practice around teacher development, the Teacher Development Specialist will look to identify and build on existing practices and will seek to understand how as a profession we might encourage innovation and knowledge-sharing across the education sector. They will work with internal colleagues and wider stakeholders to understand how these practices might best apply to the field of Education Technology (EdTech).
This would be an ideal opportunity for anyone who is interested in using research and evidence to build collective understanding of effective practices across the sector.
Generating insights
You will work as part of an internal project team, leading on a key deliverable relating to strengthening expertise through collaboration, specifically within the context of Educational Technology.
You will:
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Draw from literature, published research and theory around teacher development and school implementation to generate actionable insights about effective practice.
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Gather insights from a range of key stakeholders, including teachers, school leaders, policy makers and sector experts to understand and analyse existing practices, identify effective approaches and identify potential barriers or levers which might influence effectiveness of identified approaches.
Disseminating learning
You will spend some of your time disseminating what you have learnt:
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producing high-level summaries and reports to draw together recommendations and inform future work in this field.
Wider team activities
You will have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues from across the organisation as a member of the core project team, contributing to project meetings, working collaboratively to synthesize findings, develop recommendations and support wider elements of the project as required.
You will
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Engage in CPD, learning activities and training to maintain and develop your knowledge and skills
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Arrange and participate in meetings, as required
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Perform other activities as and when required in order to fulfil the purpose and requirements of the role
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Apply your expertise to support the College’s wider work around teacher development as appropriate.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic and knowledgeable about teacher and school development; who is motivated by our mission and who is truly passionate about supporting the education sector.
The person specification below outlines the essential and desirable knowledge, skills and experience we are looking for in this role. However, you do not need to have expertise in all areas; let us decide! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage you to apply.
Person specification
Essential knowledge and experience
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Educated to at least degree standard, with QTS / higher degree desirable
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Proven knowledge and understanding of effective professional development methodologies
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Critical understanding of research and evidence relating to teacher professional development and implementation
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Experience of teaching in schools in the UK or internationally
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Strong analytical skills with experience of applying research and insights to inform decision-making, strategy or school/trust development
Desirable knowledge and experience
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Able to produce content (inc. written reports and research summaries) for a range of audiences including teachers, school leaders and policymakers
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Experience of carrying out qualitative research or stakeholder research (e.g. interviews, focus groups, stakeholder workshops)
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A good understanding of the English school system including an understanding of, or interest in, Educational Technology (EdTech) and evidence-informed technology adoption
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Experience of designing and/or delivering teacher professional development
As well as technical requirements, we are looking for people who:
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Believe in the transformative power of education, see teachers as key drivers in achieving improved educational outcomes for all and are motivated to contribute to this change.
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Communicate clearly and effectively, understanding the importance of conveying complex ideas in an easy to understand way and respecting the work schedules and patterns of colleagues.
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Learning and feedback oriented, intellectually curious, and keen to develop their skillset.
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Are committed to equality and diversity, demonstrating these through their work and daily interactions with colleagues, members and other stakeholders.
Why Us?
As an organisation we care deeply about creating a working environment that supports our people to grow personally and professionally. These are reflected in our organisational values which outline the distinctive working culture we are looking to create. In particular, these values are reflected in our commitment to:
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Flexible working: responsive management, flexible hours, hybrid or fully remote working
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Professional development, including formal and informal training and support
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Transparency and ownership: we have an open culture that ensures all staff guide our strategic direction
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Mental health and wellbeing: access to health and wellbeing advice and health cash plan.
Diversity and inclusion at the Chartered College
As a growing organisation we are committed to:
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Becoming increasingly representative of the sector and geographies that we operate in
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Providing a positive experience of work as part of an inclusive culture led by our organisational values
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Maintaining an annual EDI action plan - led by the internal team.
What to expect from the recruitment process
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All applications are anonymised until the point of interview
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Line Managers trained in recognising bias
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We implement a standardised interview template and competencies matrix for a fair and transparent process
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All interviews are conducted via Zoom and the use of camera is optional.
If you require any adjustments in order to proceed with an application please make a request via our website.
For more information about joining the Chartered College, please watch this short video from Dame Alison Peacock (CEO).
Your Personal Data
As part of the recruitment process, the Chartered College of Teaching collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The organisation is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
Pre-employment checks
All conditional offers of employment are subject to:
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Two satisfactory references
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Proof of qualifications
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Eligibility to work in the UK.
We are an employer committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.
Our mission is to empower a knowledgeable and respected teaching profession.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


