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High Trees Community Development Trust is seeking an experienced and engaging Employability Tutor to deliver high-quality training and support that helps adults build the skills, confidence and motivation needed to access sustainable employment.
You will design and deliver a range of employability sessions, from CV writing and interview skills to confidence building and digital literacy, supporting learners to overcome barriers and achieve their goals. Working within our Employment and Careers team, you’ll deliver group workshops and one-to-one sessions that are inclusive, practical and responsive to local need.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about empowering others and helping people take positive steps towards work, education or training. If you’re an energetic and learner-focused tutor with excellent communication and organisational skills, we’d love to hear from you.
About High Trees
High Trees Community Development Trust has been rooted in the local community in Tulse Hill, Lambeth, for over 27 years. We deliver services across education and training, employment support, youth and family work, community action, and research and capacity building.
We work in partnership with local people and organisations to build stronger communities and create meaningful change. Our Employment and Careers team supports local residents to develop skills, confidence and opportunities through employability training, careers guidance and one-to-one coaching.
At High Trees, you will join a collaborative and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality, empowering and inclusive services that help people achieve lasting change.
Connecting with people and communities to strengthen skills and build stronger voices.



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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!
Resurgo’s mission is to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change through our expertise in coaching, impact management and programme delivery. We’re a bold and innovative organisation with the ambition to transform society.
Are you a confident and experienced leader, with a heart for social justice and passionate about positively transforming society?
Then this could be the role for you. Join us as our next Centre Manager, and use your leadership and interpersonal skills to head up the team of three, delivering employment support in Brighton.
You’ll be working with the local church to manage the delivery of Resurgo's award-winning Spear Programme. Over the last 20 years, Spear has equipped more than 11,000 young people across the UK with the work-ready skills and mindset they need to succeed in employment, no matter the barriers they face.
We believe each young person has huge potential. If you do too, and you have the skills and heart to see their lives transformed – join us.
The important stuff
Location: Brighton
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm with some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000
Closing date: We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate
Upcoming Assessment Days: Thursday 20th November
Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo
Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process or if you have any enquiries regarding accessibility.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for:
Strategy, vision and impact [25%]
- Be at the forefront of leading Resurgo’s ‘big picture’ vision of a transformed society, empowering churches to transform young lives
- Build and implement a strategy for developing relationships with local referral agencies to ensure effective recruitment of young people onto the Spear programme
- Oversee the reporting of the Centre outcomes and ensure the Spear Programme is delivered in line with agreed targets
Leadership, line management and training [25%]
- Lead your team with confidence; spurring them on in Resurgo’s mission; invest in a team culture of excellence, belonging and fun
- Manage and develop the Lead Coach and Assistant Coach, using a coaching approach to invest in their growth and development. This includes weekly 1:1s, performance reviews and regular feedback
- Equip your team to drive change through a data informed approach, and keep them accountable to agreed targets for the Spear Programme
Relationship management [20%]
- Manage great relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including referrers, local businesses, donors, and your Board of Trustees
- Embed into your local church; working closely with your Spear Trustees and congregation, and actively participating in their mission and events
- Partner with the Spear Trustees and assist in implementing their funding strategy by helping to build corporate and donor relationships. For example, by hosting prospective donors in the Training Room
Delivery of the Spear Programme [20%]
- Support group and 1-1 coaching with numerous 16-24-year-olds: equipping them with practical work-ready skills and resilient mindsets
- Provide guidance to the Lead Coach in the training room when dealing with behavioural and safeguarding situations and upskill coaches with consistent coaching feedback
- Use a coaching approach to engage young people in challenging conversations that will enable them to take responsibility and over significant barriers to employment
Operations [10%]
- Liaise with relevant staff regarding site operations and work to resolve any issues as soon as possible, ensuring the office and training room are safe and tidy working spaces in line with health and safety policies
This role will suit you if:
- You are an active Christian, passionate about your work being a lived expression of your faith
- You want to help others reach their full potential, and enable young people to overcome significant barriers to employment
- You have demonstrable experience in coaching, teaching or training and development, as well as being keen to develop these skills further
- You are an experienced and mature leader/line manager, or have great leadership potential, and are eager to bring out the best in your team
- You are confident building relationships with a variety of stakeholders, with effective written and verbal communication skills
- You are steady under pressure, and able to juggle competing priorities
- You are looking for a varied, hands-on role, where you won't be tied to a desk
- You are IT literate
You can expect:
- A genuine commitment to upskilling you through impressive training opportunities
- Training, guidance and funding to complete your professional coaching accreditation
- Progression opportunities through professional development 1-1s
- A fun, supportive culture where you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work
- A worshipping community, where you can pray and worship with your colleagues
- Summer and autumn staff conference days, plus a two-night Christmas retreat
A couple of things to note:
- This role requires occasional evening work, for our termly Spear Celebrations (where we celebrate our trainees as they complete the initial six weeks of the programme)
- In the event of a job offer, a DBS check will be requested
With young people, with organisations, for society.



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Youth Development at Mission 44
As a youth-focused foundation, young people are central to our work. We view young people as active collaborators in creating an inclusive future. Our commitment is to share power, to ensure they have meaningful influence over the decisions that affect their lives, their communities, and the systems around them. Mission 44’s Youth Empowerment Strategy aims to ensure young people are embedded across all aspects of our impact work (including grantmaking, convening and campaigning), as well as helping us to shape our strategy, evaluate our impact, raise funds and awareness amongst key stakeholders.
In this newly established role of Youth Participation Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting and coordinating participation activities across the organisation, ensuring that young people are meaningfully involved, well-supported, and able to shape decisions and influence our work. Alongside this, you will support the team in launching and delivering an innovative programme created in partnership with our Youth Advisory Board.
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about youth empowerment, someone who is highly organised, and skilled at building trusted relationships. You will be a proactive problem-solver, able to balance multiple priorities while ensuring young people feel supported and heard. If you’re motivated by creating opportunities for young people to drive change, we’d love you to join our team and help us strengthen the impact we make together. Please note: this role involves some evening and weekend work.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Diversity Role Models
Diversity Role Models is a dynamic charity whose vision is a world where everyone embraces diversity and can thrive. Our mission is to end bullying based on sexual orientation and gender identity in schools and promote understanding and acceptance of broader individual differences. Collaboratively, we’re determined to create inclusive learning environments where young people know they are valued and supported, regardless of their differences.
Our experienced team of educators and inspiring volunteer Role Models deliver in-person and online workshops for students in schools and colleges. Using pioneering educational content underpinned by the power of storytelling, we speak openly about lived experiences of difference and bullying. Our volunteer role models are at the heart of our delivery. They share their journeys towards living happy and fulfilling lives to inspire others.
Since our formation in 2011, we have worked directly with 1,000+ schools in the UK. We have delivered workshops to 275,000+ young people and trained 25,000+ school staff members.
About the Role
We are seeking a capable, motivated Operations Manager to lead on the effective running of our charity’s systems and operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring our work remains efficient, financially sustainable, and aligned with our strategic goals.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Leadership Team, you will oversee the smooth functioning of our internal systems—including finance, CRM, IT, and communications—while supporting fundraising processes and continuous improvement across the organisation.
This position will suit an organised, analytical, and values-driven professional who enjoys making systems work smarter and supporting teams to deliver impact.
Key Responsibilities
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Leading Our Operations: Accountable for the smooth operational running of our Operational, HR and Financial Systems, including Salesforce, and identifying operational risks that could affect the charity’s mission. Your proactive approach will help us stay on track and keep making a difference.
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Supporting Our Fundraising: Work closely with other members of the Leadership Team to identify fundraising opportunities, support with bid writing, and take responsibility for individual giving, managing our fundraising CRM, Donorfy.
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Supporting Change: Accountable for managing transitional change programmes across the organisation in respect to operational processes and procedures. Help our team adapt to new processes and procedures by providing guidance, training, and resources.
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Financial Oversight: Understand the revenues and expenses of the charity in order to promote operational efficiency while managing cashflow risks. Whilst this role doesn’t require advanced experience in accounting or bookkeeping, the holder will take responsibility for day-to-day finance processes, including invoicing, account reconciliation on our account software Xero, and monthly financial reporting, as well as working alongside our external accountant.
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Communications and IT Fluency: Oversee systems supporting communications and marketing, including our social media platforms and website, ensuring effective collaboration with our external partners.
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Always Improving: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by seeking feedback and making adjustments along the way. By learning from our experiences, we'll keep getting better at what we do.
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Modelling Our Values: Lead by example and uphold the values of Diversity Role Models. Your dedication to diversity, inclusivity, and compassion will inspire others to do the same.
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Flexibility and Collaboration: While the accountabilities outlined above are important, we understand that flexibility is key in a dynamic work environment. We’re a close-knit team, and we're always ready to pitch in and support each other wherever needed.
Relevant Skills & Experience
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Demonstrated experience in successfully leading projects and driving operational excellence, ideally within the nonprofit, education, or social impact sectors.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify inefficiencies, analyse data, and develop data-driven solutions.
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Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders and external partners.
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Comfortable managing day-to-day financial processes, including budgeting, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
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Strong understanding of IT systems and CRMs, ideally Salesforce, and experience of leading on their administration and maintenance.
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Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social impact, with a passion for promoting positive change in the education sector.
To apply for this exciting role please send a CV and cover letter, each a maximum of pages, outlining why are applying for this role and how you meet the criteria outlined in the description.
Our mission is to promote understanding and acceptance of individual differences and end LGBTQ+ bullying in schools.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Strategic Communications Manager to work as part of our Policy & Practice Team.
This is a 22-month fixed term contract to the end of September 2027, with potential to extend
Imagine being part of an organisation whose common purpose is to help those who are severely impacted by mental illness. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity – and that’s why equity is one of our core values. We draw on the expertise, unique perspectives and lived experience of our people – regardless of who they are or their background – to help us become inclusive and anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider that reflect the diverse communities we support as a mental health charity.
Policy and Practice work towards our corporate strategy objectives by elevating the voices of lived experience and diverse communities to influence system change and ensuring it is then delivered on the ground for people severely affected by mental illness.
How you will make a difference
The Strategic Communications Manager will shape and deliver the communications strategy for a landmark, mental health partnership. The partnership, funded by the Wellcome Trust, brings together over 20 leading mental health organisations in a coordinated effort to push mental health up the political agenda and drive transformational change in UK mental health care. The role will support the Influencing Partnership Strategic Lead, hosted at Rethink Mental Illness, and comms colleagues across the sector to deliver this.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we’re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks and support groups for our ethnically diverse and LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter.
We aim for our workforce to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve; for those who work for us to feel heard, valued and feel they belong; and for our work to help tackle wider mental health inequalities. We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience of mental illness, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and any other gender identity not expressed here (LGBTQIA+); people who are neurodiverse, have a health condition, or a disability or hidden disability and people from an ethnically diverse background - regardless of your age, religious or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, political view or socio-economic status.
Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation
We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrates our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. You can read more about our progress here.
We’re Rethink Mental Illness and no matter how bad things are, we can help people severely affected by mental illness to improve their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Content Marketing Officer
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Content Marketing Officer
UK wide
£29,235 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Ref: 43REC
Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
Base: Hybrid working anywhere through the UK with an opportunity to work at any of the Walk Wheel Cycle Hubs around the country
Contract: Permanent
ABOUT THE ROLE
Content Marketing Officer
Team: Brand and Marketing (Policy and Communications Department)
Organisation: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust has recently completed a full-scale rebrand, and this is an exciting opportunity to join us during a time of growth and transformation. You’ll be part of the Brand and Marketing team, working within the Policy and Communications department.
As our new Content Marketing Officer, you’ll lead the charity’s content strategy. Your focus will be on storytelling and content creation across different platforms, helping us connect with new and diverse audiences.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll take ownership of how we communicate our impact through engaging content. This includes:
- Planning and producing content for social media, websites, and other channels
- Overseeing the filming, editing, and commissioning of video content
- Supporting colleagues across the charity to create branded, accessible videos
- Collaborating with delivery teams and external agencies to produce high-quality content
- Working with the commercial team to develop materials for business-to-business marketing
- Acting as a brand guardian to ensure consistency and creativity in all content
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Senior Content Marketing Officer in managing the content delivery plan
- Develop and test new ideas to attract donors and volunteers
- Lead the production, editing, and promotion of video content
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creative storytelling, working with multimedia, and making content that is inclusive and engaging. If you're neurodivergent, we welcome your application and are happy to make adjustments to support your needs.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
- A proven track record of working in a creative and results driven team
- Creation of compelling stories and case studies
- Expert video and photo shooting and editing experience
- Experience working with people at all levels internally and externally
- Success in engaging a wide and diverse audience.
WHAT WE OFFER
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.
Wellbeing Support
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
- Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
- Free, confidential support service available 24/7
- Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme
Financial Benefits
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans
- Discount benefits
- London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly Policies
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Application deadline: 23:59, 16 November 2025.
- Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 08 December 2025 To apply, please complete our online application form.
Want to explore more roles?
You can find full details about all our current job openings at:
We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
Our Values
- We are always learning
- Championing equity
- Taking ownership
- Delivering Together
We're the charity making it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle



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About HOST
HOST is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to unlocking the power of people and communities to drive meaningful change. We believe that real transformation happens from the ground up — and that grassroots activists and movements are key to tackling today’s most urgent environmental and social challenges.
And we know that our partners face barriers. That they don’t always have access to the right resources, networks, or operational solutions. That’s where we come in. HOST provides the infrastructure, strategic development expertise, and tailored support they need to thrive.
We exist to make their lives easier, taking care of essential back-office responsibilities — financial, legal, and administrative — so they can get on with the difficult challenges. And we offer strategic guidance to help them build momentum, strengthen their impact, and sustain their work for the long term.
In the face of an ever-changing world of systemic challenges, we strive to create meaningful connections and support shared progress — so our work is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and trust. Together, we enable the people and projects driving change to navigate complexities, overcome barriers, and make a lasting impact for a more just and equitable future.
Since 2020, we’ve supported over 350 changemakers in more than 90 countries. Because we believe in doing the right thing, acting with urgency, and working alongside change-makers to create a better world.
About the Role
As Partnerships Manager: Changemakers, you’ll lead the team that supports HOST’s global community of hosted partners (HPs). You’ll oversee all Community Support activity, ensuring partners receive the clear, responsive, and values-led service that enables them to focus on making change happen.
This role sits at the heart of the Partnership Management Circle. You’ll manage a small, high-performing team of Community Support Leads, coordinate cross-team development projects, and ensure that systems, processes, and communications evolve in step with the growing needs of our hosted partners.
Core Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Management
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Line manage the Community Support Team, providing coaching, direction, and performance feedback.
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Oversee delivery of all Community Support activities, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with HOST’s mission and tone of voice.
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Coordinate cross-team projects that strengthen HOST’s service offer and internal collaboration.
2. Hosted Partner Experience and Development
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Lead the design and delivery of the Hosted Partner Journey, from onboarding to exit.
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Oversee the production of guides, FAQs, and templates that improve hosted partner understanding and experience.
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Manage complex partner queries and ensure appropriate resolution in collaboration with Legal, Finance, and Operations.
3. Systems, Processes, and SOPs
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Develop and maintain all Community Support SOPs.
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Support the development and testing of HOSTHub features relevant to Project Hosting.
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Work with the Tech and Operations teams to improve efficiency and automation.
4. Risk and Compliance
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Lead risk identification, screening, and management for Hosted Partners.
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Work closely with the Legal Circle on legal requests, contract amendments, and risk escalations.
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Maintain accurate documentation of risk assessments and resolutions.
5. Pricing, Performance and Development
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Set and manage pricing within the approved HOST fee range.
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Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) with support from the Data Analyst.
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Lead annual Project Hosting service reviews and contribute to continuous improvement.
6. Collaboration and Communications
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Work with Communications to deliver partner-facing materials, including the Project Hosting Bulletin.
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Ensure all partner resources reflect HOST’s empowering, expert, and empathetic tone.
Required Experience
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5+ years' experience in operations, partnerships, or programme delivery within a not-for-profit, social enterprise, or international NGO.
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3+ years' experience managing partner or client relationships, ideally across multiple regions or cultures.
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2+ years' experience leading and developing a small team, including setting goals, coaching, and performance management.
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Confident managing systems, workflows, and digital tools (such as ClickUp, Zendesk, Jotform, or CRM platforms).
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Proven ability to coordinate across departments and disciplines to resolve complex partner or client issues.
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Experience designing, documenting, and improving organisational processes or SOPs to drive efficiency.
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Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into service or system improvements.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent HOST’s tone and values in partner-facing communications.
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Demonstrated organisational and problem-solving skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines in fast-moving, distributed teams.
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Confident working independently in a remote, cross-cultural environment, with strong self-management and collaboration skills.
At HOST, we believe change starts with people who care.
If you’re passionate about building systems that help others thrive — and want to play a key role in supporting changemakers around the world — we’d love to hear from you.
We believe in the power of people to do extraordinary things. Our mission is to host the world's change-makers, enabling climate and social action.
Request for Proposals: Fundraising Strategy and Bid Template Development
Parish of St Mary’s and St James, NW6 London
1. Introduction
The Parish of St Mary’s and St James, located in NW6, London, is seeking to appoint an experienced fundraising professional to develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy and bid-writing template to support essential large scale capital repair projects at both church buildings.
The appointed consultant will produce a clear, actionable, and sustainable fundraising plan that draws on multiple funding streams — including grants, partnerships, individual giving, digital fundraising, and community events — while ensuring both projects progress cohesively and without internal competition for resources.
2. Project Background
The parish comprises two Grade II listed churches, both of which are active places of worship and important community landmarks within West Hampstead and South Hampstead.
St Mary’s Church
St Mary’s is a Grade II listed building, constructed in 1856-1862, and currently listed on the Historic England “At Risk” Register. The church requires urgent repair works to its spire, estimated at £1.5 million, alongside further essential maintenance identified in the quinquennial inspection. As a historic and much-loved building, St Mary’s preservation is a key priority for the parish and local community.
St James Church
Built in 1887–8 and designed by A.W. Blomfield, St James Church is also Grade II listed. The large red-brick structure, with steeply pitched tiled roofs and Bath stone dressings, is a notable local landmark and the only listed building within the South Hampstead Conservation Area. Camden Council’s Conservation Area Appraisal describes it as “a very important part of the quality and character of the area.”
St James is recognised nationally as a model of how historic churches can be adapted for sustainable use. Reopened in 2014 as The Sherriff Centre, it combines traditional worship with a thriving community and social enterprise hub — including a Post Office, soft play centre, café, retail space, and event venue.
St James now faces essential capital repairs to its roof, guttering, and masonry, as identified by its quinquennial inspection.
Fundraising Objective
Although St Mary’s and St James are distinct buildings, the parish seeks a single, unified fundraising strategy that will enable both capital projects to move forward in tandem, sharing messaging and timelines to avoid competition for funding opportunities.
3. Scope of Work
The consultant will produce a detailed and actionable fundraising strategy and a skeleton bid-writing template to support the parish in delivering its capital repair objectives.
A. Fundraising Strategy
The strategy should cover five core fundraising areas, each with specific recommendations, timelines, and success measures:
- Grant Applications to Trusts and Foundations
- Identification of suitable capital funders, including National Lottery Heritage programmes and major charitable trusts.
- Corporate Partnerships
- Identification of potential local business partners with corporate social responsibility programmes.
- Individual Giving
- Recommendations for regular giving schemes, major donor cultivation, and legacy giving programmes.
- Digital Fundraising
- Plans for social media campaigns, crowdfunding, and email marketing.
- Recommendations for digital platforms, messaging, and performance tracking.
- Community Fundraising Events
- Framework for community-focused events to engage local audiences and raise funds.
B. Skeleton Bid Template
An editable bid-writing template will be created to assist the parish with future applications. This will include:
- Core content sections (e.g., project summary, need, impact, budget, sustainability).
- Example text and guidance notes.
- Style and structure recommendations for clarity and professionalism.
4. Deliverables
- Comprehensive Fundraising Strategy Document covering both churches.
- Action Plan with timelines and priority recommendations.
- Skeleton Bid Template
5. Experience and Expertise
The appointed consultant should demonstrate:
- Proven success in fundraising for capital projects involving heritage buildings, ideally churches or places of worship.
- Experience in heritage and conservation funding, including the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
- Demonstrable ability to develop multi-strand fundraising strategies integrating grants, individuals, corporate, and community income.
- Excellent bid writing and stakeholder engagement skills.
6. Submission Requirements
Interested applicants are invited to submit a CV and covering letter including:
- Experience and Suitability
- Overview of relevant professional experience, especially in heritage or faith-based fundraising.
- Examples of similar projects delivered.
- Evidence of Fundraising Success
- Quantifiable results (e.g., funds raised, funders secured, capital projects delivered).
- References or testimonials if available.
- Delivery Plan and Fee Proposal
- Estimated number of days required.
- Fee proposal, including day rate and any additional costs.
- Proposed timeline for completion.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is one of the most important roles within Shine Cancer Support. You’ll be overseeing and supporting Shine’s volunteers around the country, ensuring that they have what they need to reach as many young adults with cancer as possible. You’ll also work closely with Shine’s Programme Delivery Manager to deliver training and support programmes directly to young adults with cancer and healthcare professionals.
Location: Hybrid, with two days per week at Shine’s offices in Blackheath, South East London or in Poole, Dorset.
Hours & salary: Full time (35 hours per week). Salary range is £33,000 - £35,000 pro rata, depending on experience.
This is a one year contract to cover maternity leave starting mid/late January 2026.
Benefits: Employee contribution pension, training and development support, staff mental health support, cycle to work scheme.
Holiday: 25 days annual holiday during each holiday year plus 8 days of public holidays, or pro-rata equivalent if relevant. We also give you your birthday off each year.
Key responsibilities
Volunteer Support
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Support Shine’s volunteer Network Leaders across England, Scotland and Wales to develop their Shine Networks, ensuring that they provide the best possible support to young adults with cancer. This will include an annual support plan, developing and testing new ways of expanding Shine’s reach, and regular catch-up calls.
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Work with Shine staff and facilitators to recruit, train and support new volunteers from across the UK.
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Deliver an annual plan for training and support, touching on issues such as outreach and fundraising.
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Maintain and develop Shine’s online information pages for Shine volunteers.
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Organise and facilitate online meet-ups for Shine beneficiaries.
Programme Delivery
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Assist the Programme Delivery Manager and facilitators to deliver Shine’s core programmes (Break Out programme, Shine Circles) to Shine beneficiaries, as well as training to healthcare professionals.
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Create new connections with healthcare professionals across the UK. This will include linking to relevant Cancer Alliances and Integrated Care Boards.
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Oversee the administration and management of relevant monitoring and evaluation processes.
Key skills and experience:
Essential
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Excellent communication skills
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Ability to identify training needs and deliver training in a variety of formats
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Experience of working with and/or supporting volunteers
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Strong organisation and project management skills, and the ability to deliver and respond to challenges.
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Ability to respond to Shine’s growth and challenges in a creative and effective way.
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Creative and curious with a willingness and ability to develop new ideas
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Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with empathy to beneficiaries and volunteers of Shine.
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A track record of building positive relationships.
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Excellent IT skills, including solid knowledge of Word and Excel, and experience with social media.
Desirable
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Experience of managing projects remotely, including using tools such as Asana
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Experience of working as part of a small team, including volunteers
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A background and/or understanding of the role and importance of volunteers in the charity sector
This job description summarises the main duties and responsibilities of the post. You may be required to undertake other appropriate duties, which are within your capabilities or for which training has been given. You won’t be expected to carry out all of these roles immediately; we will support you to develop new skills as you progress.
Key approaches
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Respectful of the confidentiality of beneficiaries and the ability to work within charity law and governance structures.
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Ability to relate to our beneficiaries and volunteers, and to respond empathetically to difficult personal situations.
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Be prepared to have progress assessed regularly and be appraised annually should the role be extended.
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Willingness to work as part of a small team spread across the UK; this requires good communication skills as well as the ability to be flexible in the approach to work.
Successful candidates will be asked to undergo an enhanced DBS check in keeping with Shine’s Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy.
What Shine offers
By sharing your skills, time and expertise with Shine, you’ll be contributing to the growth of a small, rapidly growing charity, while also gaining insights into the challenges and opportunities that this presents. We expect everyone who works with us to like people and to be happy to contribute to the overall success of Shine, even if that means occasionally taking on tasks that aren’t in your job description. We are happy to fund relevant training, within our budget guidelines, and to provide opportunities for professional development and growth.
In addition to your salary, you’ll receive regular pension contributions (currently 3%, as mandated by the UK Government) and access to a bike-to-work scheme.
About the charity
Vision
We want every adult in their 20s, 30s and 40s diagnosed with cancer to know they’re not alone, and to have the support, knowledge, and confidence to navigate whatever cancer throws their way.
Mission
There’s never a good time for a cancer diagnosis, but in your 20s, 30s or 40s there are particular challenges to navigate, like work, dating, finances and more. At Shine Cancer Support, we’ve been there and we get it. We’re here to help you deal with everything that your diagnosis brings, before, during and after treatment, and to welcome you into our community.
Our values
1. Inclusive - Our services are open to anyone in their 20s, 30s and 40s with a cancer diagnosis, no matter what type or stage, when your diagnosis was, or whatever your background is.
2. Approachable - We want everyone in our Shine community to feel welcomed and able to get involved, and we design all our services to be friendly, fun and down-to-earth.
3. Authentic - We’re patient-led and passionate, and we want everyone involved to have a genuine and honest voice, with patients’ voices at the heart of our work.
4. Innovative - As a small charity, we’re adaptable and agile, and we seek to be responsive to needs as they change. We listen to what our Shine community is saying and strive to find practical solutions.
5. Empowering - Our services aren’t about us “doing” to or for you. We want to empower you to ask the right questions, get the right information, take control, and make the best decisions for yourself.
Please submit a CV and covering letter. Applications without a covering letter will not be reviewed. And hey, we know ChatGPT can be a help but we'd rather have a shorter, personal covering letter than a long one written by AI.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who We Are
Our charity was established in 1992, to provide care and support to people in Sussex, living with and affected by HIV. Over the past three decades there have been huge advances in treatment and care for those affected by the virus. People taking effective anti-retroviral medication (ART’s) can live long lives, with HIV becoming undetectable and untransmittable.
Whilst people who are living with HIV can live longer, many develop other physical co-morbidities as they age and many experience social and self- stigma. Our service users are often from marginalised groups, who often experience inter-sectional discrimination and health inequalities. Many of our service users experience socio-economic disadvantage and have multiple and complex needs.
The Sussex Beacon offers a range of services to people who have been living with HIV for decades through to those who are newly diagnosed. Our services include:
· Clinical Services
· Community Nurse-led Clinical Service
· Community Outreach Support Services
· Peer Mentoring
· Living Well Exercise Programme
· Day Services and Group Work
In addition to our HIV services, The Sussex Beacon has announced that it is to become a fully inclusive Hospice, providing dedicated Hospice care to the LGBTQ+ community.
The Sussex Beacon has two charity shops in Brighton and an active fundraising team, who help raise the money we need to keep our services running for the people who need them across Sussex.
The Role
This is an exciting time for The Sussex Beacon, as we are about to launch our new 2030 Strategic Plan and move to a new era of delivery, through the evolution of our end of life and palliative care for the LGBTQ+ community. The Sussex Beacon will be the first Hospice of its kind in the country tackling stigma and health inequalities for those who are most marginalised in our community.
This role will secure, manage and grow income from corporate partners, supporting The Sussex Beacon’s mission to provide specialist care and support for people living with HIV and its new LGBTQ+ Hospice provision. This role is responsible for building long-term, strategic relationships with businesses, creating tailored partnership opportunities, and contributing to the charity’s wider income generation strategy and its five-year fundraising plan. The postholder will work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders to maximise corporate engagement and fundraising potential.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Partnership Fundraising at The Sussex Beacon
The Sussex Beacon has a proud history of working with corporate supporters who are passionate about making a difference. The Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser will lead on identifying new corporate prospects, developing compelling proposals, and managing a portfolio of existing partners. They will create and deliver partnership plans that may include sponsorship, employee fundraising, cause-related marketing, and volunteering. By aligning business objectives with The Sussex Beacon’s values and impact, the postholder will ensure meaningful and sustainable relationships that benefit both parties.
Team Beacon
Team Beacon is the charity’s fundraising event brand, bringing together supporters through challenge events, campaigns, and volunteering. The Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser will work closely with the fundraising team to integrate corporate teams into Team Beacon activities, encourage staff engagement, and develop sponsorship packages for major events such as The Brighton Half Marathon, which we own, and community challenges. This collaborative approach enhances visibility and fosters a sense of shared purpose among partners and supporters alike.
Business Networking Events
The postholder will represent The Sussex Beacon at a variety of business networking events, including LGBTQ+ network events, across Sussex and beyond. These events offer valuable opportunities to connect with potential partners, showcase the charity’s impact, and build strategic relationships. The Fundraiser will be proactive in identifying and attending relevant events, from Chamber of Commerce meetings to local business expos, ensuring The Sussex Beacon maintains a visible and professional presence in the corporate community.
Other Duties
· Maintain accurate records of partner interactions and income through the charity’s CRM system.
· Prepare regular reports and updates for the Head of Income and senior leadership.
· Work with the communications team to highlight successful partnerships and case studies.
· Support the wider fundraising team during peak periods or major campaigns.
· Stay up to date with trends and developments in corporate fundraising and CSR.
· Responsibility alongside fundraising for corporate events such as The Sussex Beacon relay and 5k inflatable course.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may interview and appoint before the closing date
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, disabled candidates, and candidates with lived experience of HIV, as we would like to increase the representation of these groups at The Sussex Beacon.
DBS: Application is subject to a Standard DBS check
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Here at Youth4Youth, we have grown a strong, tight-knit community of individuals who are passionate about making a difference and improving the lives of young people across the UK. Our growing team, who are primarily volunteers, all contribute, significantly, to the impact that we have as a charity on our direct beneficiaries, regardless of the department that they work in of the level of time that they are able to commit. Our services primarily offer a peer-support network to young people right across the UK, allowing them to access a peer mentor who is of a similar age to them and somebody that they feel more comfortable speaking with.
If successful, you will be joining a growing team of diverse, but likeminded individuals, collaborating to increase the reach of the Charity and improve support provisions available to young people. All of our volunteers and employees are remote workers, but that doesn't stop us keeping in touch and maintaining a strong positive culture amongst our whole team.
If you are interested in applying for this role, and would like to find out more, you are welcome to join our Chairman and outgoing Volunteer CEO in one of the following informal drop-in sessions. This will provide you with an opportunity to learn more about the charity, its mission and how you may partner with the Chair to lead Youth4Youth through the next stages of its journey. Sign up is required:
- Wednesday 26th November - 12:00pm
- Wednesday 26th November - 6:00pm
- Friday 5th December - 12:00pm
- Friday 5th December - 6:00pm
Contact us directly to be added to one of these sessions, or sign up via our direct recruitment page.
About the role
We are seeking a transformational and visionary Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) to lead a national youth focused organisation, dedicated to promoting peer-led early intervention support for those in need. The successful candidate will be the first employed leader, propelling Youth4Youth from its robust foundations to the next stages of its development. The CEO will be responsible for turning our recently developed, yet ambitious, strategy into reality. This role provides an exceptional opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact from the outset.
Youth4Youth has secured funding to appoint a CEO for one year, with the expectation that the appointed leader will focus on securing long-term sustainable funding, thereby transitioning this position into a permanent role at the end of the fixed-term period. Additionally, the CEO will facilitate the appointment of further roles to support our mission as further funding becomes available.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Chair of the Board and Trustees to establish and execute organisational strategy in alignment with the charity’s vision, mission, and objectives. This includes ensuring effective governance and legal compliance, and providing sound, evidence-based recommendations to the Board of Trustees.
- Champion continuous improvement, ensuring Youth4Youth remains a leading provider of youth-led early intervention wellbeing services. Identify and develop opportunities to expand the charity's reach and impact across the UK.
- Oversee effective financial management, ensuring the organisation can continue delivering its services efficiently. Lead the development of sustainable funding streams, enhance fundraising strategies, foster partnerships, and drive growth in commercial activities.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships within and beyond our sector to maximise partnership opportunities. Explore the delivery and co-delivery of commissioned services and access broader funding sources previously untapped by the charity.
- Ensure that youth perspectives are central to decision-making processes about the charity's future. Establish systems to continuously gather input and feedback from our target beneficiaries.
This position offers the chance to advance an organisation with solid foundations, enhancing its reach and impact across the UK through a volunteer executive leadership team and a growing network of approximately 100 volunteers nationwide. The CEO will be instrumental in crafting a strategic vision that translates into operational success, building and strengthening partnerships across the four nations, developing sustainable funding streams, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services.
Skills
- Exhibit a profound passion for Youth4Youth's mission and demonstrate a strong commitment to enhancing the impact of our services.
- Possess substantial experience in senior and/or strategic leadership roles, with proven abilities to both develop and implement organisational strategies.
- Have the capacity to influence effectively, both internally and externally.
- Are action-oriented and adaptable to the demands of a dynamic and growing organisation, with the ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently.
- Excel in a fast-paced and varied work environment.
- Show a strong commitment to good governance and compliance.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with exceptional interpersonal abilities.
- Embrace inclusivity in all aspects of their work, demonstrating approachability, active listening, and empathy towards others.
While prior experience in youth-led or youth-focused organisations is not mandatory, candidates must demonstrate passion for our mission and an understanding of our strategy. Experience working with young people is preferred but not required.
Benefits of working with Youth4Youth
- 28 days paid holiday, plus public holidays (pro-rata)
- Remote working, with flexibility allowed
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan & Life Assurance
- Defined contribution pension with a 6% employer contribution
- Access to a range of discounts via charity partner platforms
The hiring process
- Pre-application information sessions (Optional)
- Application Deadline: 19th December 2025
- First round interviews to be conducted in early January 2026
- Second round interview (including a presentation)
Please let us know if you require any accommodations for the interview process, and we’ll do our best to assist.
Role: Chief Executive Officer
Reports to: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Salary: £60,000 p.a. (pro-rata)
Hours of work: 20 hours per week (Part-time, 0.5FTE)
Location: Remote, with travel required
Contract type: 1 year fixed term contract, with potential to become permanent
Note: Right to work in the UK is required to be able to apply for this position
To ensure that all young people have a safe space to reach out for support, enabling them to realise their full potential, thrive in everyday life
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Directorate: Marketing, Education, Events and Membership
Reports to: Education and Events Manager
Salary range:£ 26,521 - £33,456 per annum, depending on experience
Location: London – EC4Y 8EE (Hybrid - The Education team is office-based on an agreed day once a week, then a required one day each month for all staff)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (31.5 hours over 5 days)
Job Summary
The BSR education programme is a key benefit to members and the wider rheumatology community, providing updates on the essentials needed to deliver top-quality care for patients and ensuring professional development opportunities.
This role sits within the Education team who are responsible for delivering BSR’s educational activity. Working alongside the Head of Education, the Education & Events Manager, Event Executive (Education) and the Digital Events Manager, you will assist in the planning and delivery of a range of education courses, webinars, bursary schemes and digital learning activities. You will work with the team to support the work of our Education Committee, Trainee Committee and Digital Learning Board.
This is an exciting role for someone looking to get further hands-on experience in planning and executing a variety of educational events and activities and liaising with multiple stakeholders. It is a unique opportunity to be part of the team at the forefront of rheumatology education, making a tangible impact on the professional development of members and the broader rheumatology community.
Main Responsibilties
Event & Course Coordination
- Lead on course and webinar registration processes, including delegate bookings, communications, data management and reporting, and producing delegate materials.
- Support course logistics including venue sourcing and management, accommodation and travel, catering and AV.
- Support stakeholder management at education courses, including communications with patients, sponsors and event supporters.
- Occasional travel, including attendance and overnight stays at BSR courses, conferences and events.
Systems & Data Management
- Oversee the team’s CRM (Microsoft Dynamics) and registration systems, ensuring data integrity, implementing system enhancements, coordinating stakeholders, and carrying out testing.
Project Coordination
- Coordinate the rheumatology training webinar series, including topic development, speaker management and live delivery.
- Coordinate the education bursary programme, including promotion, application management and financial reconciliation.
- Coordinate Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accreditation of educational activities.
- Support the delivery of digital sponsorship and educational partnership opportunities.
Marketing & Communications
- Work with the Marketing and Communications team to create digital content to engage target audiences, including providing content for webpages, newsletters and delegate communications.
General Duties
- Manage the events inbox and education team enquiries, delivering excellent customer service and being the main point of contact for the team.
- Input into education budgets by monitoring progress against income and expenditure for owned projects.
- Support on reporting for and evaluation of all education activities and outputs, identifying impact and ways to improve.
- Support with BSR Committee liaison and logistics.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of Education and the Education & Events Manager.
Please note: This role will require travel and overnight stays, for example at our in-person courses. As we are a small team you’ll have the opportunity to get involved in cross-departmental projects, lead or contribute to agile sprint working and support wider business needs. There are other opportunities to get involved with our staff forum or peer group meetings.
Person Specification
- Enthusiastic about all aspects of education and CPD, self-motivated, and eager to contribute to educational initiatives.
- Proven event planning or coordination experience (preferably within education and training, healthcare, or professional membership sectors).
- Experience of working on a variety of digital systems, including CRM, and quick to pick up new programs.
- Confidence to manage stakeholders at all levels and to deal with external contacts.
- Professional and personable when communicating with members, customers and volunteers.
- Confident time and project management skills as you’ll be working on various projects simultaneously.
- Ability to demonstrate use of initiative and innovation, to make positive improvements or efficiencies to how we deliver education.
Equity, Inclusion and Diversity statement
BSR is committed to encouraging inclusion, equity, and diversity in our workforce. We are actively trying to increase the diversity of our staff team. We try to reduce as many barriers as we can for those with a disability. We know that everyone is an individual, so please always tell us what we can do to support you.
We welcome approaches from individuals from underrepresented groups, including those from minoritised communities, and those with a disability, to better reflect the community we serve and help broaden our perspectives.
To champion the specialty, influencing change and building a thriving community of best practice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A Finance Officer is required within our vital and growing community organisation to; manage financial systems, create and report on finance to the trustee board and stakeholders of the Loughborough Community Centre.
What you would do:
Oversight and day to day management of the organisational financial systems, including:
- Using Quick Books, spreadsheets to track expenses and company spending.
- Company payroll, tax and financial auditing.
- Keeping well-organised files and records of business financial activity.
- Archive of reports, receipts, and other financial evidence.
- Keeping financial databases up to date.
- Interacting with customers either on the phone or in person.
- Following up on business financial communications, billing, and ordering.
- Communicating with funders, suppliers and vendors.
- Company Invoicing.
- Using Quick Books, spreadsheets to track expenses and company spending.
- Collecting and inputting company data within the financial systems.
- Learning about the company's mission and available products/services.
- Assist with financial technical support.
- Acting as a personal assistant to the Director and/or board of LCC for financial matters.
- Giving feedback on finance efficiency and suggesting possible improvements.
Please apply by sending your CV and covering letter.
Interviews will take place week commencing 24th November 2025.
"A safe place where children, young people and families can come together, to play, learn and thrive".
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Project Manager
We are recruiting for a Project Manager to join the IPS Grow team. The role holder will primarily be responsible for developing and managing projects.
If you want to join an impact-driven organisation, improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families, then apply today!
Position: IPS Grow - Project Manager
Location: London/hybrid
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £59,500 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing date for applications: 9:00am, 21st Nov 2025
First round interviews (virtual): Thurs 4 Dec 2025
Second round interviews (in person): Fri 12 Dec 2025
The Role
These projects can be incredibly varied with a complex array of stakeholders making for an exciting career. Some of the skills that you will be using include:
- Strategic, analytical & creative thinking
- Project management
- Stakeholder management
- People management
- Communication skills
Responsibilities include:
- Plan and define project scope: Develop detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements to achieve project goals.
- Coordinate and lead teams working in a matrixed way: Assemble, lead, and motivate project teams, ensuring effective collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
- Manage budgets and resources: Allocate resources effectively and oversee project budgets to ensure financial goals are met while avoiding cost overruns.
- Monitor project progress: Track key performance indicators (KPIs), schedules, and milestones to ensure the project stays on track and meets deadlines.
- Risk management: Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges
- Quality assurance: Oversee quality control processes to ensure that project deliverables meet organisational standards and commissioner expectations.
- Document and report: Maintain comprehensive project documentation and present progress reports to senior management or stakeholders as required.
- Lead on evaluation: Conduct lessons learnt sessions and post-project evaluations to assess performance against objectives and provide recommendations for future.
The Team
IPS Grow is a national programme designed to support the expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services in mental health, primary care, and drug and alcohol teams across England. The programme is in partnership with the Centre for Mental Health. It is funded by NHS England and Improvement (NHSE/I), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID).
About You
We are seeking a dynamic and driven individual with a genuine passion for developing and supporting team members, creating an environment where people can grow and thrive. You will be skilled at organising and structuring your thinking to develop clear, effective plans and approaches in collaboration with teams and clients. Integrity, empathy, and a strong commitment to driving social change are central to everything you do.
You bring an entrepreneurial mindset, curiosity, and the confidence to navigate ambiguity with ease. Exceptional communication skills are essential, enabling you to engage effectively with teams, clients, and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and collaboration. You will be eager to build your understanding of relevant regulatory compliance and risk management requirements, while managing teams to deliver high-quality, accurate, and thoughtful work on time.
Above all, you combine strategic thinking, practical execution, and empathy to achieve meaningful outcomes and inspire those around you.
About the Organisation
Since 2007, the organisation has helped to pioneer a series of programmes to improve outcomes for individuals with complex needs. These innovations, including the social impact bond model, have mobilised more than £500 million globally. With sister organisations in the US, Israel, the Netherlands and India the organisation has network of partners across the world.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We actively encourage applications from under-represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the social issues we are working to address. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and support a range of flexible working options.
The application process uses Applied, a platform developed by the Behavioural Insights Team, to record your application. Applied is focused on using behavioural and data science to improve hiring decisions and minimise unconscious bias in the recruitment process. You will be asked to respond to four situational based questions, which will allow you to express your ability.
You may have experience in other areas such as Project Manager, Project Officer, Project Lead, Project Support, Programme Project Manager.
This role is currently unable to offer sponsorship. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Our client is a leading independent funder.
They aim to improve our natural world, secure a fairer future and strengthen the bonds in communities in the UK.
The foundation provides c. £50million annually in grants to organisations and initiatives with brilliant ideas who share their goals. They also provide social and impact investment for organisations with the aim of creating social and environmental impact.
Their strategy focuses on three interdependent aims: improving Our Natural World; tackling injustice to deliver A Fairer Future; and nurturing Creative, Confident Communities. They also want to play a more active role by using a range of tools to effect change. In addition to funding, this includes convening and brokering alliances, commissioning research, and using its influence to achieve its goals.
Prospectus is delighted to be working with the foundation to recruit a Funding Manager on a full-time (or 0.8) basis. This role will be part of the Our Natural World (ONW) programme and will primarily be focused on the foundation’s priorities: fishing in tandem with nature and space for nature (marine). This role is a maternity contract for up to 12 months. The foundation is open to potential secondments from thematically connected organisations.
A hybrid working model is in place which entails working at least 2 days per week in their office in Kings Cross (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) and the remainder flexibly working from home if you wish.
The role:
This role is a key member of a friendly team of six people that hold over 250 relationships across the UK, through grants, investments and other support. The foundation works with a number of organisations across the UK, from national charities such as the Wildlife Trust, Blue Marine foundation and Oceana, to community-led organisations such as COAST and fisher led organisations such as the Scottish Creel Fishermen's Federation and the Plymouth Fishing and Seafood organisation.
The team works towards three impact goals: sustainable and ethical food, clean and healthy freshwater, and preserved and improved species health and habitats. They have five funding priorities under the current strategy: nature friendly farming, fishing in tandem with nature, freshwater, peat and space for nature. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing its marine programme. This supports organisations and initiatives across key areas such as a just transition for fisheries, small-scale fisheries, achieving 30% ocean protection by 2030, seascapes, coastal communities, and building a more equitable and inclusive marine sector. In the coming year, a key priority will be to advance their seascapes work, following the recent publication of the foundation’s reflections and plans in this area.
This person will nurture relationships and ensure continuity as well as assessing new applications. Primary responsibilities of this role will be to make significant contributions to the delivery of the foundation’s strategy, identifying and building a pipeline of activities that will contribute to the delivery of the five-year roadmaps and impact goals, assessing proposals and managing a broad portfolio of activities and relationships across the sector. This role will also support social investment opportunities and will gather learning from related work inform future decision making towards achieving impact goals.
The culture at the foundation is collaborative and nurturing, so working closely with colleagues to share ideas and learn from each other will be essential in this role.
The person:
The successful candidate will have substantial experience of having worked as a practitioner in the marine environment & fisheries sector, perhaps for a charity which is embedded in this area or for a business related to the sector which has aligned aims to the impact goals of the ONW programmes. Creative, imaginative and intellectually curious, this person will understand the work undertaken by charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises in the sector but also with local authorities, businesses and the investment world connected to the same ecosystem.
This person will be able to interpret and resolve complex and sometimes conflicting information and business plans in order to assess the viability and value of grant applications and the importance of the work of organisation in matching and promoting the aims and objectives of the ONW programme. An outstanding communicator both verbally and in writing, this person will represent the foundation positively and knowledgeably to a wide range of audiences whilst convening and consulting with sector professionals at events and forums to enhance the intelligence gathering and thought leadership within the sector.
IT confident and systematic in their approach, they will also be a confident and empathetic person in addition to being an excellent communicator, both verbally and in written work. Excellent attention to detail and thorough and collaborative in their approach to work, this person will be a real team player whilst being able to work under their own steam, in a fast-paced environment. A broad understanding and experience of systems change principles and an appreciation of the nuanced intersections between the various priorities of the ONW programme will be important to success in this role.
This role represents a fantastic opportunity for someone with the right skills and experience to really effect positive change and to make a real mark in one of the leading funders in the UK.
The foundation believes that a greater diversity of views, skills, and lived experience will help generate better ideas, and will lead to better decision making. We want to encourage applicants with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. In particular, those with lived experience of racial inequity, disability, or poverty.