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Job Title: Service Manager
Location: Hammersmith & Fulham
Salary: £43,627.32 per annum
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5
We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Service Manager to lead on the delivery of high-quality services to the women and their children living in our refuges and survivors of domestic abuse supported by our community outreach service.
As part of this role, you will be required to work from site and participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing date: 9.00am on 1 September 2025
Interview date: 11 September 2025
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
The Role
Role Purpose
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and motivated individual to join us in this newly created HR and Governance role at Dialogue Earth. We are seeking an organised and proactive person to provide day-to-day support across both functions, with around 70% of the role focused on HR. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced, global environment while contributing to meaningful work.
The HR and governance officer will lead and manage the organisation’s human resources, governance, and compliance functions. They will ensure that HR function and practices are fair, legally compliant, and aligned with organisational values, and will support the Board of Trustees in fulfilling their governance responsibilities. This role combines operational HR management with oversight of governance processes, supporting a positive, inclusive, and legally compliant working environment.
Main Responsibilities
Human Resources:
● Coordinate recruitment processes, including drafting job descriptions and contracts, applicant screening, supporting interviews and collecting references;
● Manage staff onboarding processes and induction material;
● Maintain and update HR policies, the staff handbook, and training records in consultation with the COO;
● Manage the HR system (Natural HR or equivalent) and ensure records are accurate and up to date;
● Manage EAP scheme, training, and benefits (e.g. Climate Perks, glasses benefit, Cycle to Work scheme);
● Coordinate staff performance reviews and support line managers with induction, appraisal, and probation processes;
● Manage visa applications for qualifying staff;
● Ensure compliance with UK employment law and monitor HR legislation changes;
● Support the COO in embedding EDI principles in operational practice.
Governance:
● Provide administrative support to the Board and sub-committees, including scheduling meetings, supporting the COO in preparing papers, and minuting meetings;
● Manage trustee onboarding, training, and compliance requirements;
● Ensure timely and accurate submissions to the Charity Commission and Companies House
Finance:
● Process monthly credit card receipts;
● Budget management, including preparation and expenditure tracking.
General:
● Build collaborative relationships across the organisation.
● Support other operational projects as required.
Essential Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:
● Understanding of and a commitment to the mission of the charity
● Experience in HR administration and policy development;
● Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
● Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal, written and communication skills;
● Knowledge of UK employment law and charity governance;
● Excellent minute-taking and record-keeping skills;
● High level of IT literacy (Google Suite, Microsoft Office);
● Ability to work and communicate with staff at all levels within the organisation.
Desirable Skills:
● CIPD qualification level 5 (or working towards);
● Experience managing visa sponsorship processes;
● MHFA qualification;
● Experience working with Natural HR or equivalent HR system;
● Experience working in the media or non-profit sector
Further Information and Benefits
● Salary: £37,000 per annum.
● Working Hours: 50% FTE of a four day working week (16 hours per week)
● Contract Type: 12 months fixed term, with potential for extension/renewal
● Start time: ASAP
● Hybrid Working: Full-time staff must attend the office at least two days per week. Attendance is mandatory on Tuesdays and staff can choose which other day(s) they attend.
● Pension: Defined contribution pension plan, with 5% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution, and 1% tax relief contribution into an ethically conscious pension plan.
● Holidays: 20 days per annum (pro rata), plus Bank Holidays.
● Location: Shoreditch, London (unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visa applications for this role).
● Culture: Our office is a bright open-plan working space, with a great staff culture, a friendly and dynamic team, and an office dog called Poppy.
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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!
Café Team Leader
Location: Oxford, OX1 1BP
Salary: £26,250 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time. Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm (negotiable
Probation: 3 months
Details
Our café is an important part of the gallery, and our Cafe Team Leader is responsible for providing a welcoming, friendly environment, serving a high quality menu with excellent customer service. This is an operational and hands on role where the large majority of time is spent planning and preparing the café food and drinks and interacting with the general public. The Chef Manager is also responsible for the supervision and the rota management of our café staff and will collaborate closely with our Head of Commercial to maximise profits and further develop the Café in line with the Gallery’s aims and objectives.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
- Team Leadership in a café or restaurant environment.
- A passion for preparing good quality fresh food with the drive to create new recipes and experiment with new ideas that respond to the Gallery’s programme.
- Menu development experience, with the ability to change and adapt depending on visitors’ feedback.
- Excellent eye for detail and food presentation, a passion for artful food creation.
- A flexible, innovative and proactive approach to sales strategies and solutions.
- Experience of working in a similar café environment including exposure to the duties outlined above (specifically food preparation, cooking, stock ordering and management, cash handling and till usage).
- Level 2 or over NVQ Qualification or equivalent.
- Qualifications in Level 2 Hygiene, Food Allergens Awareness and Working in Licensed Premises. Willingness to train to Level 3.
- Barista experience, making a range of coffees and hot drinks.
- Understanding of Allergens and dietary requirements.
- Experience of negotiating prices with new suppliers.
- A high regard for customer service and satisfaction.
- Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative and without supervision.
- Staff management experience.
- You need to be enthusiastic, approachable and above all an absolute team player.
Desirable Skills &Experience
- Rota management experience.
- Flexibility to work some weekends & evenings.
- An interest in contemporary art.
Benefits
Employees are entitled to a staff discount in the Modern Art Oxford Shop and Café. There is an Employee Assistance Programme through Gemelli, and a series of discounts and salary sacrifice schemes through BHN Extras.
Notes
Modern Art Oxford is one of the UK’s most exciting and influential contemporary art organisations, renowned for its bold and ambitious artistic programme that promotes diversity and internationalism and celebrates contemporary art as a progressive agent of social change.
Modern Art Oxford welcomes more than 100,000 visitors each year with 10,000 attendances in creative learning and participation activities. The organisation’s digital content reaches 450,000 through Modern Art Oxford’s digital channels annually. Through a wide range of high-quality content creation and programming, Modern Art Oxford aims to make contemporary art accessible and engaging to the widest audience and to promote creativity in all of its visual forms. Over the last 50 years Modern Art Oxford has brought some of the world’s most important artists to the city, and the UK, and has developed an international reputation for pioneering emerging and under-represented artists.
Closing Date: Ongoing - please complete your application ASAP to avoid disappointment.
The right is reserved to extend or close this role before the advertised date.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to where you can complete your application for this position.
Modern Art Oxford is a registered charity and relies on core funding from Arts Council England and Oxford City Council, and the generous support of individuals, trusts and foundations, sponsors, and friends.
No agencies please.
About Us
Established in 2002, Greenhouse Sports charity is leading the fight for a future where young people are supported and empowered, whatever their challenges, through sport. We coach and mentor young people from deprived backgrounds because the crisis for children living in deprivation is real and it is urgent. Children from the poorest families are 3 times more likely to not participate in any extra-curricular activities compared to those from wealthier families and they lack many opportunities that are available to their wealthier peers.
We have an exciting opportunity to join a mission driven Sport for Development charity that makes a real difference. We are also a great place to work and are proud to be a winner of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work awards for 2024, in the medium category.
The Person
4.3 million children are growing up in poverty right now across the UK, and that number is only set to rise.
Are you passionate about bringing them opportunities to achieve better results, better jobs and better futures? Are you proactive, positive and solution focused and looking for an opportunity to be part of something that is bold and new? And are you looking for your next role as part of a high-performing, collaborative fundraising team that is supporting thousands of young people across London and beyond?
If the answer is yes, then read on.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our ambitious Fundraising team raising £3 million per year, and with ambitious plans to grow income further in the coming years. This exciting new role will centralise Greenhouse's fundraising operations into one dedicated role. As a result, the systems and insights that foster brilliant fundraising with our donors front of mind will become core to all we do. This role will suit someone who is digitally minded, a natural puzzle solver, curious about information and data and motivated by the role systems and technology play in maximising team performance.
If you're skilled at running donor systems alongside financial systems, uniting high value steams, maximising opportunities and developing supporter journeys that last a lifetime this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
A flexible approach with a mix of home and office working-our offices are based in the heart of Marylebone, London.
Application Deadline: Friday 12 September. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please ensure you have provided both your CV and Cover Letter to support your application.
Please note that interviews will take place in person on Wednesday 17 September.
Greenhouse Sports is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore applicants must be willing to undergo child protection training and screening including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and obtaining satisfactory references from past employers.
Helping young people succeed through sport and team spirit
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about empowering entrepreneurs facing social or economic inequalities to grow thriving social impact businesses — and looking for a role where no two days are the same?
As our Programme & Hub Coordinator, you’ll be at the heart of Seeds Hub, combining programme delivery, community building, and hub management to create an inspiring space where entrepreneurs can flourish.
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate and deliver programmes that empower entrepreneurs experiencing social or economic inequalities
- Host workshops, peer-to-peer sessions, and community events.
- Welcome and support participants, partners, and visitors as the first point of contact.
- Manage hub operations — from bookings and invoicing to facilities and volunteers.
- Create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment for our community.
About You
You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
- Organised and proactive – confident managing multiple priorities.
- People-focused and approachable – comfortable engaging with entrepreneurs, community members, and external partners.
- Passionate about social impact – driven to amplify the voices of those experiencing social or economic inequalities in enterprise.
- A strong communicator – able to coordinate activities, workshops, and events with ease.
About Seeds
At Seeds Hub, you’ll join a community dedicated to businesses that create positive change. Based in Wembley, we provide workspace, training, and mentoring to entrepreneurs experiencing social or economic inequalities,who often face barriers to networks and funding. Our diverse hub is home to enterprises working across sustainability, cultural heritage, the arts,community development, and more
About the Diocese
The Diocese of Westminster is the Catholic Diocese covering most of London north of the Thames and Hertfordshire. We support a wide network of parishes, schools, and charitable services, working to promote the values of the Gospel in all areas of life.
Our work is underpinned by the core values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love. These values guide everything we do and how we work with each other and those we serve.
Why Join the Diocese?
When you join us, you don’t just take on a role — you become part of a mission, helping entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life and shaping a hub that supports social impact businesses at every stage of their journey
What we offer you
In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:
- 23 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
- Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses
- Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services
- Pension scheme for eligible employees – 5% paid by the employer
- Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
Are you passionate about social justice and ensuring people's rights and access to justice?
Central England Law Centre (CELC) is looking for a committed and detail-oriented Assistant Finance Manager (AFM) to join our team.
As the UK’s largest law centre, CELC is a charity offering free, specialist legal advice to people in need across Coventry and Birmingham. Our work is guided by a strong vision of a fairer, more just society.
We’re seeking an exceptional individual to support our Finance Manager in overseeing financial operations, preparing budgets, and producing financial reports. You’ll play a key role in strategic financial planning and ensuring regulatory compliance, while also providing cover for the Finance Manager when required.
The ideal candidate will be compassionate, highly organised, and meticulous, with a strong alignment to our vision and values.
Our offices are conveniently located within walking distance of railway stations. We offer competitive terms and conditions, looking to foster a good work life balance for all our staff, including 28 days of holiday pro rata (increasing by 1 day per year to 35 days after 5 years of service), plus 8 additional statutory days, and pension scheme membership.
Applications and recruitment pack can be downloaded from our Website.
Please complete the form Assistant Finance Manager Role via our website.
The deadline for this role is 10am on 11th September 2025.
Interviews will commence week beginning 22nd September 2025.
We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer.
Are you a recent graduate passionate about social justice and looking to make a real impact?
Join a small, dedicated team at C4WS Homeless Project and help support people experiencing homelessness with dignity and compassion.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the homelessness sector and contribute to a grassroots organisation making a tangible difference in Camden.
About the Role
We’re looking for a flexible, compassionate and organised Project Worker to join us from October. You’ll support our Winter Night Shelter, assist with guest services and casework, and lead on communications through social media and newsletters.
This varied role offers a unique insight into frontline homelessness work, while building skills in project delivery, volunteer management, and digital content creation.
Key Responsibilities Include:
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Staffing 2 evening shelter shifts per week (Nov–Apr)
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Supporting volunteers and guests during shelter operations
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Assisting guests with appointments and move-on support
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Managing bookings for showers, laundry, and wellbeing sessions
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Running C4WS social media accounts and producing content
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Providing admin and reporting support to the team
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Helping with community programmes and practical logistics
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
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A recent graduate (any discipline) with a strong interest in homelessness or community work
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Friendly and empathetic, with great communication skills
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Organised and reliable – able to juggle tasks in a small, busy team
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Confident using social media professionally
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Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends as part of a rota
Desirable:
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Experience working or volunteering with vulnerable adults
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Knowledge of housing/homelessness issues
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Creative skills for digital or print content
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Driving licence (helpful but not essential)
Why Join Us?
At C4WS, you’ll be more than just a team member – you’ll be part of a mission-driven community. We offer a supportive environment, varied responsibilities, and the chance to work directly with people at a pivotal moment in their lives.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re interested in the role.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 3rd September at midday. Please note the earlier closing date, due to an incredibly high response to date.
Interviews will be conducted on Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th September in person, at our offices in Euston.
C4WS Homeless Project is rooted in Christian values. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and beliefs who are happy to work respectfully within our ethos.
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and warmly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of homelessness.
C4WS Homeless Project exists to support those without a home to rebuild their lives.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
The Role
The purpose of this role is to support the Global Fund Development Team with the day-to-day smooth running of activity and operations. The role holder will offer administrative support in relation to operations, communications, events, meetings, and travel. It will also offer ad-hoc project and campaign support, and administrative support to the Director of Fund Development in their leadership of the Global FD Operations team.
The Key Responsibilities
FD Team Support
1. Managing the team inbox and co-ordinating timely response to incoming queries
2. Updating the donor database and supporting the FD Ops team with Database administration and data cleansing
3. Providing support for planning and delivery of in-person and online global events
4. Scheduling & minuting meetings, including managing room bookings
5. Managing team outlook calendars and maintaining SharePoint site
6. Engaging suppliers and submitting invoices
7. Coordinating and executing team Finance Administration
8. Supporting onboarding and induction process for new team members
9. Organising team meetings and social events
10. General office coordination (e.g. mail, stationary, supplies, marketing collateral etc)
11. Supporting other ad hoc tasks and activities as required
Administrative Assistance to Director of Fund Development
1. Managing diary and appointments
2. Booking travel and accommodation for FD Director and other global team members
3. Manage the monthly credit card expense claims
4. Drafting and sending letters and emails on behalf of the Director
5. Liaising with other departments and supporting cross-team problem solving
6. Preparing and formatting PowerPoint presentations
The Ideal Candidate
• Experience of data processing & data management in a CRM (or similar system)
• Experience of managing and co-ordinating customer/client/donor communications and queries
• Ability to operate as a competent professional with minimum supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Tactful, discreet, and diplomatic
• Organised with an attention to detail
• Strong in written and verbal communication
• Solid numerical skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Hard working, diligent, resilient, flexible, and adaptable
• Commitment to the vision and mission of the organisation
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
MHC plays a vital role in addressing the local challenges relating to homelessness and hardship in the borough of Maidstone, Kent. Our Food Bank provides essential supplies to households forced to choose between heating and eating, especially during the harsh winter months. The MHC Day Centre provides a vital refuge for individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their homes. Serving as a hub for essential services and support, the centre offers access to washing facilities, assistance with applications for benefits, jobs, and housing, and a nourishing home-cooked meal - all within a warm, friendly, and non-judgmental environment. Through these services, the centre helps restore dignity and stability to those in need. Meanwhile, our supported accommodation steps in where local councils may struggle to provide housing, helping individuals find long-term, stable solutions to their situation. We have been supporting the local homeless community for over 30 years and remain committed to continuing this vital work.
We are seeking a Manager to run our Day Centre and oversee the Food Bank and Goodsell House, our 10 bedded supportive housing unit
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You will manage a small, dedicated staff and volunteer group who provide ongoing support to homeless people, with the aim of moving them on to permanent accommodation wherever possible.
You will need effective leadership and management skills and will benefit from structured support from our Trustee group.
The working hours are 8am – 2.30pm and starting salary is £29K per annum, with a review after 6 months.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ASNEW (Advocacy Services North East Wales) is looking for a visionary Service Director to lead our well-established charity into its next chapter of growth and impact.
Every day, our team of twenty-three passionate staff, champion the voices of people across Wrexham and Flintshire. We provide independent, rights-based advocacy to ensure people are heard, their rights upheld, and their choices respected.
As Service Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of advocacy in our region.
Working closely with our dedicated Board of Trustees, you will:
· Drive our strategic vision, ensuring high-quality, person-centred services.
· Inspire and lead an experienced, values-driven team.
· Strengthen partnerships and secure sustainable funding.
· Represent ASNEW at local, regional, and national levels as a credible and enthusiastic ambassador.
What We are Looking For
We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic leader who brings:
· Senior leadership experience in a relevant setting (charity, advocacy, social care, or health)
· A commitment to rights-based, person-led approaches
· Confidence in managing operations, people, and budgets.
· A collaborative, inclusive leadership style
· Passion for social justice and a belief in the power of advocacy
What We Offer
· A rewarding leadership role where your work will change lives.
· A supportive, reflective culture that prioritises wellbeing.
· Flexible and hybrid working options.
· Opportunities for professional growth and development
· The chance to make a lasting impact in a values-led organisation.
To advocate for the rights and well-being of individuals in North East Wales.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The West Midlands Synod of the United Reformed Church (based in Yardley), is looking for an individual to provide technical expertise on buildings and property in support of Synod Officers, members of Synod Committees and local churches.
The successful candidate will be working to a wide brief and is expected to undertake a range of duties including, but not limited to, advising and initiating action on property issues in local churches, overseeing quinquennial inspections and manse inspections, and providing advice on property-related matters to Synod Committees.
We are looking for someone who:
- has experience of property matters either through extensive operational management or through the practice of a relevant profession, while holding appropriate qualifications at higher or professional level
- has some knowledge of charity procedures
- is a team player and is used to working collaboratively
- possesses effective oral and written communication skills
- possesses sound IT skills
- has a willingness to work within the Christian ethos of the United Reformed Church
- can work flexibly with some evening and weekend work
In return we can offer a friendly, supportive and flexible working environment, five weeks’ annual leave and a contributory pension scheme.
We do not accept CVs and require candidates to fill in an application form to ensure we consider each person on equal terms. We follow United Reformed Church Safer Recruitment Policy and Practice.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 8 September 2025. Interviews will be held in the week beginning 15 September 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking to appoint a part-time experienced and capable administrator with the skills and attributes necessary to ensure the smooth running of the day-to-day operations of the Staines & Feltham Circuit.
The successful candidate will work as part of a team with Circuit staff and leadership to support the work of the seven churches in the Circuit and be part of the team praying for the mission and ministry of the Circuit.
Responsibilities will cover areas of administration, communication, governance and compliance. A full job description and person specification are available as part of the application pack.
This is a mainly office based role working at the Circuit office at Woodthorpe Methodist Church, Ashford, Middlesex. This post is for 16 hours per week to be worked flexibly by mutual agreement with the Superintendent Minister.
There is a genuine occupational requirement that the post-holder is a Christian and is sympathetic to the values, aims and ethos of the Methodist Church.
Applicants should hold a valid, full driving licence and be willing to travel to meetings at any of the churches in this small and friendly Circuit.
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country. Our retail stores play a vital part in helping us achieve our mission by bringing in significant revenue generation, building awareness and engaging local communities.
Join our team and be part of a dynamic retail environment where your can-do attitude makes a real difference. We're looking for courageous individuals who take initiative, considerate team players who put customers first and trustworthy colleagues who take pride in what they do. If you thrive in a collaborative workplace and enjoy helping people, we'd love to hear from you.
As an Assistant Retail Manager, you will join an incredible team and support them to encourage sales, provide excellent customer service, and uphold the highest standards of stock presentation and store cleanliness.
You will be responsible for:
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Assisting the Retail Manager in maximising sales by maintaining high standards of display and layout, ensuring proper stock rotation, and securing realistic pricing on donated items.
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Merchandising awareness and making sure you are keeping up to date with trends and competition.
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Maximising Gift Aid income and oversee the proper display and administration of bought-in goods, ensuring minimal stock loss.
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Customer engagement and leading by coaching volunteers and staff to have great conversations with every customer on" Rounding up" their purchase, making an "add donation" for our charity and signing up for our loyalty scheme.
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Engaging with the community to drive repeat custom, stock donation, volunteer recruitment and community involvement.
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Supporting the Retail Manager in recruiting and managing volunteers and ensuring all staff and volunteers are following Marie Curie procedures and guidelines.
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In the absence of the Retail Manager, taking responsibility for the overall management and operation of the store.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Shape the Future of Finance at ABRSM
ABRSM is the UK’s leading music education body and a globally respected charity, supporting millions of learners and teachers across 90+ countries through world-renowned music exams, publications, and digital learning tools. With a turnover of approximately £50 million, ABRSM is undertaking an ambitious programme of digital transformation—modernising systems, operations, and ways of working to better serve its global community.
They are now seeking a dynamic Head of Transactional Finance to lead the evolution of finance operations and define the future of this function within a modern, collaborative finance team.
The Role
Reporting directly to the CFO, the Head of Transactional Finance as a pivotal leadership role that oversees payroll, accounts payable, and finance systems. It has a strong relationship to accounts receivable in an adjacent team. It’s a unique opportunity to lead a function through significant change.
You’ll be instrumental in driving automation, improving processes, and ensuring seamless integration between finance systems (UNIT4) and wider business platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment and is passionate about delivering operational excellence and strategic impact:
- Driving automation and process improvement across transactional finance
- Managing the successful deployment and optimisation of UNIT4 and its integration with wider business systems (notably Microsoft Dynamics)
- Enhancing financial compliance, policy, and controls
- Ensuring underlying data is clean and timely for reporting
- Supporting change management across finance and the broader organisation
The Person
We’re looking for a confident and forward-thinking finance professional who thrives in change-oriented environments and wants to put their stamp on a high-impact function. You'll play a critical role in bridging systems, processes, and people—bringing structure, clarity, and innovation to a function that underpins ABRSM’s financial strength and strategic direction.
You’ll bring:
- A recognised finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Demonstrated leadership in finance operations, including payroll and accounts payable
- A track record of managing or supporting finance system implementations and integrations (experience with UNIT4 is essential)
- Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills
- A mindset geared toward continuous improvement, digital transformation, and cross-functional collaboration
- The ability to shape and position transactional finance as a partner to teams such as financial accounting and FP&A
- This role is not for a pure systems accountant—but for someone who thinks systemically, understands how to embed finance within digital workflows, and can bring a modern, strategic lens to transactional processes.
Why Join ABRSM?
- This is a rare opportunity to lead change in an organisation with a global reach and a purpose-driven mission. You’ll have the autonomy to define the transactional finance function and be part of a broader transformation journey that’s reshaping how ABRSM delivers value internally and externally.
- A high-impact leadership role in a purpose-driven organisation
- The opportunity to shape and modernise finance operations
- A chance to contribute to a global mission in music education
- A competitive salary and benefits package including matched pension contribution plus 2% (employer contribution capped at 10%), 25 days annual leave plus Xmas closure days, Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Contract: Permanent or 18-Month Fixed Term
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
How to Apply
ABRSM are working in partnership with Hays Senior Finance to identify the right person for this role. Please contact Peter O’Sullivan at Hays if you have any queries, but the first step towards being considered is to make your application. If suitable, Peter will follow up with a call to discuss next steps.
Closing date: 30th August 2025
First round interviews: w/c 8th Sept
Second round interviews: w/c 15th Sept
Chief Financial Officer
£75,000 - £85,000
The Catholic Diocese of Northampton
Northampton with some flexible working
Full-time, permanent
The Catholic Diocese of Northampton covers the traditional counties of Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, together with the town of Slough, a Unitary Authority within Berkshire.
The Diocese is involved in many different areas of life. Not just in parishes, but also in schools, hospitals, prisons and religious communities; working with people with disabilities, and with the young and the old; promoting the value of family and of marriage; caring for the poor, the homeless and those who live at the margins of society.
With its southern edge resting on the Thames and its northern tip in the East Midlands, it is by no means the smallest English diocese. There are 69 principal parishes with another 26 "satellite churches", chapels of ease, and a few more Mass centres in private schools and other institutions. They are served by 48 active diocesan priests, assisted by 12 active priests from other dioceses and 18 from religious orders.
The diocese has 29 schools at primary/infant/junior level, 6 secondary schools, one 4-19 VA through-school, one private primary school, a private prep school, and one private girls’ boarding through-school. Between them they educate some 20,700 pupils.
The diocese is a registered charity, The Northampton Roman Catholic Diocesan Trust, and is also a registered company. There is one active trading subsidiary, RCDN Property Services Ltd, which provides project management for school projects. There are separate Trustees' Property, Investment and Health and Safety Committees.
The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) will provide strategic leadership and oversight of all financial operations across the Diocese. As a key member of the senior leadership team, the CFO will ensure financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and effective stewardship of the Diocese’s resources in support of its mission to advance the Roman Catholic faith, and the role is pivotal in safeguarding and enhancing the Diocese’s Mission and the supporting physical estate for current and future generations.