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We're looking for a Grants Operations Manager to join the Vision and Strategy team here at the National Church Institutions.
The Vision and Strategy Team has been established to support the whole Church in its embrace of and engagement with the national Vision and Strategy for the Church for the 2020s, and to support the implementation of the Emerging Church programme. The Vision and Strategy has three strategic priorities: to be a church of missionary disciples, to be younger and more diverse, and to develop a mixed ecology - doing church in varied forms and settings.
About CLTR
The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit, and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions and offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making, and governance—with a particular emphasis on advising the UK government.
At CLTR, we focus on three prioritised policy areas that, when addressed effectively, can substantially reduce both present and prospective global threats: i) biosecurity, ii) artificial intelligence, and iii) improving how governments manage extreme risks.
You would join a passionate and committed team with diverse experiences spanning academia, healthcare, government, non-profit organisations, and the private sector. We place immense value on our work and fostering a positive team culture supporting staff wellbeing and growth. CLTR’s approach is anchored in our three core values: i) integrity, ii) people first, and iii) targeted real-world impact.
Your Role
This role represents an exciting addition to our team, reflecting our organisational commitment to putting our people first as our team grows in size.
Reporting to the Director of Operations and working closely with the Chief of Staff, this role will contribute to the development and management of the key systems, policies, and processes underpinning CLTR’s people operations and culture.
While primarily focused on HR-related projects and responsibilities, you will have scope to take on wider operational responsibilities as part of CLTR’s core Operations Unit. We are open to tailoring certain aspects of the role to align with the successful candidate’s interests and experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, small-organisation environment where they can make a meaningful impact across multiple operational areas.
What you'll do:
Recruitment and talent management
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Support the design and delivery of recruitment strategies to attract top talent across all levels, including contractors
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Oversee the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding
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Lead performance review processes and support the development of career progression frameworks
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Oversee the administration of learning and development plans and internal training initiatives
Employee relations and workplace culture
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Support the management of employee relations issues, providing guidance and support to managers and staff on HR-related matters
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Contribute to fostering a positive workplace culture that promotes engagement, inclusion, and wellbeing, in line with CLTR’s values
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Support employee engagement initiatives and coordinate feedback mechanisms (surveys, exit interviews, etc.)
HR operations, systems, and compliance
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Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases, ensuring compliance with data protection requirements
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Support the Director of Operations in ensuring compliance with employment law and HR regulations
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Contribute to the development of HR policies, procedures, and best practices that align with organisational values and legal requirements
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Manage workplace health and safety responsibilities in coordination with relevant stakeholders
Strategic HR and operational support
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Develop and monitor HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and strategy
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Contribute to broader operational projects and initiatives as needed
Skills and Experience Required
What you'll bring:
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A genuine passion for people operations and driving improvements in the systems, policies and processes that support other team members to thrive
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Demonstrable experience in HR or people operations roles
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Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
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Track record of managing the full employee lifecycle in a small to medium-sized organisation including recruitment and onboarding
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Exceptional attention to detail, strong written communication skills, and excellent organisational abilities, including managing priorities across the team
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A proactive, self-motivated approach with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate efficiently, calmly and professionally and build relationships at all levels
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The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times
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The ability to help drive a positive team culture
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Directness and openness in giving and receiving feedback
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Strong interest in and commitment to CLTR’s overall mission and vision
We also expect all staff to model our values of integrity, people first, and targeted real-world impact.
As an employer we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also warmly welcome applicants returning to work after career breaks.
Location and Travel Requirements
The successful candidate will be expected to attend our central London office in Westminster at least twice a week, ideally three. We are open to discussing remote working arrangements with candidates.
Salary and Benefits
£65,000 to £70,000, depending on experience.
In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes:
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30 days annual leave, plus public holidays
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£3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time
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£2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies
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£5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc
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A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution)
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Private health insurance
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Group life insurance
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Generous parental leave benefits
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Paid office lunches twice a week
Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your well-being, career development, and overall experience with our team. We also respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible.
Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas for this role.
Application Process:
To apply, please complete the application form by 5pm UK time on Friday 5th December 2025.
We plan to conduct first round interviews with selected candidates on Thursday 11th and Friday 12th December. First round interviews will be held remotely.
Final interviews will be held on Thursday 8th and Friday 9th January (TBC). Final interviews will be held in person at CLTR’s office in London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Would you like to join our small, dedicated, international team to make a difference to the lives of seafarers and their families worldwide?
ISWAN has recently reorganised the management of our helpline services and created this new role, which will be pivotal to further developing our quality service to seafarers. We have seen significant growth in the number and usage of our helplines and now seek to recruit a second Helplines Operations Manager to ensure we have a management structure capable of coping with further growth.
As one of two Helplines Operations Managers, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of ISWAN’s helplines to ensure our services provide accurate information, appropriate advice, and comprehensive support to seafarers and their families.
You will manage the development of Salesforce and be familiar with Salesforce reporting, particularly using advanced tools like Power BI and Tableau. You will be confident liaising with our IT support service on system issues and developments.
We have no preconceptions about where the successful applicant will come from but you will bring experience of managing multi-channelled contact centre operations and best practice as well as delivering user and client service improvements.
You will need to be capable of working effectively within a complex international context and have sound experience of service development. This is a full-time role (35 hours per week) but we are keen to find the right person and therefore happy to discuss flexible working patterns. The role is fully remote and we are flexible about where you are based but you will be working with staff across the UK, India and the Philippines so you will need to be a great team player.
Improving the lives of seafarers and their families with services, resources, strategies and advocacy



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As Finance & Operations Manager at the Foyer Federation, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and building our finance and administrative functions at an operational and strategic level. You will support all aspects of the charity's work and development through the provision of strong financial assistance - ensuring accurate financial reporting, sales invoicing, bookkeeping, grant management and payroll management. You will also take day to day responsibility for HR and organisational administration.
This role will involve close collaboration with our team to ensure the day to day finance and operational requirements are met as well as working closely with the SLT and board to build greater financial resilience and strategic financial awareness within the charity.
You will have oversight of central operations, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Head of Development and Partnerships and Treasurer.
Please find the detailed job pack via the link below. The job pack includes a link to the online application form. CVs will not be accepted.
The deadline for applications is 10am 15th December 2025
Our VISION is to see all young people who can’t live at home have access to high quality housing, support, learning and development

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London. All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment.
We would like to recruit a Team Lead for our Connect to Work Kingston IPS service who is passionate about delivering the best quality service to our clients.
Experience of team management is not essential, but you will need to be an experienced Employment Specialist or Senior Employment Specialist, with a performance (quality and outcomes) track record to enable you to demonstrate IPS principles and ways of working to your team. We would also ideally like you to have experience of driving change or improving performance, either at team level or as an individual team member. Experience of a fidelity review at any level would be an advantage.
You will be leading a team of 6 employment specialists. You will be responsible for providing supervision, training including field mentoring, caseload management support as well working with clinical team leads, contract commissioners and health leads. You will be also responsible for monitoring team performance, data analysis and monthly reporting. You will work with the Operations Manager to improve team performance in terms of outcomes and quality. The Operations Manager will be responsible for quarterly reporting but will need your support with this task.
We understand that this is a busy role, but you will be supported by the Operations Manager and other Head Office roles to help you and your team succeed.
Please click apply to send your CV after answering the screening questions.
Candidates need to clearly outline how they meet the person specification points in their personal statement.
Staff benefits include an employer contribution to a personal or workplace pension equivalent to 6% of gross salary. 30 days annual leave plus paid public holidays (FTE).
Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities and Confident about Disabilities.
Closing date: Monday 15th December (09:00). Please note, we will be actively interviewing during this time and may close the vacancy early.
Telephone interviews: TBC
Final Stage interviews: TBC
Please upload your CV and answer the screening questions, the cover letter is an optional addition. Please make sure you have highlighted in your application how you meet the person specification for this position.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Content Operations Manager
£45,000-£50,000 plus
Reports to: Content Delivery Lead
Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement
Contract: 12 month fixed-term contract
Hours: Full time 35 hours per week
Location: Stratford, London Office-based
Closing date: 07th December 2022 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
Recruitment process: 2 stage interview process
Interview date: Week commencing 15th December for first stage
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We're looking for an inspiring Content Operations Manager to drive strategic content delivery across the organisation, combining project management, workflow design, and stakeholder engagement to improve efficiency and user experience.
Working closely with teams within Digital and beyond, you will help further embed content design and strategy best practices within our content community across CRUK.
This role will support us with new ways of working to enhance content governance and new ways of working after a CMS migration. You will work with the wider Content Excellence Team to develop governance frameworks that empower our wider content community and improve user experiences.
What will I be doing?
- Provide project management and direction for developing cross-organisational content operations
- Work with stakeholders to further develop and optimise our content operations
- Develop a methodology for producing user-focused content aligned with strategic objectives
- Conduct research and analyse content metrics to optimise strategy and operations.
- Working alongside the change manager, communicate content operational changes across the organisation
- Support the Delivery and Support Team to set processes for the organisation to conduct content audits
What are we looking for?
- Experienced in enterprise content management and implementation
- Able to turn content strategy into clear plans and technical delivery
- Knowledge of content technologies (headless CMS, asset management, analytics).
- Proven leadership in guiding organisations through content transformation.
- Worked with multidisciplinary digital teams to deliver user-focused content.
- Confident in using research and data to improve content strategy and operations.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our .
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at .
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We have a new vacancy for an HR Operations Coordinator in the Strategy, Finance and Operations team, reporting to the Head of People. The person will be supporting HR and People related operational activities by delivering excellent support through strong relationships across the organisation.The salary is £13,780 per year (18.75 paid contractual hours per week). This is £27,560 pro-rated.
Role responsibilities (not an exhaustive list, there may be reasonable changes over time)
Operations – People and General:
- Promptly responding and resolving colleague queries from across the organisation
- Maintaining the BambooHR system to ensure People records are accurate and secure. Training will be provided.
- Arranging bookings for Town Halls / Engagement events, organising the meeting agendas and catering bookings where relevant.
- Updating HR information system Guidance documents, creating new versions, and ensuring managers are fully trained on people management responsibilities.
- Update employment policies with guidance from the Head of People, manage the administration of benefits and recognition awards
- Manage the recruitment administration using the Bamboo software and providing proactive updates to hiring managers.
- Managing the Onboarding and Offboarding processes using the BambooHR system, including the Employment references, conducting Right to Work and DBS checks.
- Preparing and issuing employment contracts, ensuring compliance with employment legislation
- Manage the induction process and arranging induction meetings for new joiners, communicating proactively with hiring managers.
- Coordinate and participate in the virtual phone rota and handle correspondence in a a professional manner.This includes overseeing successful handover between rota team members.
- Supporting the Chief Operations Officer in ensuring the charity meets Health and Safety and legal requirements
- Manage staff IT related activities (Microsoft 365), for example during staff onboarding and offboarding (with support from IT service provider)
- Support other operational activities as required
Person specification
Essential:
- Analytical and systematic problem-solving attributes
- Passionate about technology and using it to develop efficiencies
- Previous HR Administrator experience
- Collaborative approach to business partnering and teamwork across Departments
- Flexible approach to work and solution oriented
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong administrative skills and time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
- Able to handle sensitive and private information confidentially and professionally
- Proficient in using Microsoft 365 applications effectively, incl. Sharepoint, data analysis, presentations, and numeracy skills
- Proactive and supportive team player and willingness to learn
- A commitment to the mission and values of The Access Project
Desirable:
Experience of HR information systems
Project management experience
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave p.a. (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays and 5 Winter closure days.
- PerkBox – online shopping discounts, gym memberships, holidays, wellbeing support.
- Employee Assistance Programme, a 24-hour helpline for staff
- Online Medical assistance – access 24/7 to a qualified GP within minutes, with referrals and prescriptions available same-day.
- Interest-free travelcard loans
- Cyclescheme loans
- 2 paid Volunteering Days
- 1 paid Wellbeing Day
- Employer’s pensions contributions (3%)
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Staff Mentoring scheme
- The Access Project welcomes requests for flexible working arrangements
We support young people from under-resourced backgrounds to raise their aspirations, access top universities and achieve social mobility.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Operations Manager
Full-time, permanent | GBP 40,000 | Remote UK
Do you want to help bring modern contraception to women who have been excluded from access their entire lives? Join Lafiya as we scale a proven, community-based model that already reaches women in some of the hardest-to-serve areas of northern Nigeria.
Lafiya trains and supports government-employed female health workers to deliver self-injectable contraception directly in their own communities. More than 300,000 women have already been reached through this model. We are now strengthening our supply chain, expanding to new states, and building systems for long-term government co-financing. As we grow, smooth and reliable operations are essential to our impact.
About the role
This role sits at the centre of that effort. You will strengthen Lafiya’s internal systems, ensure compliance across our UK and Nigeria entities, support our people processes, and keep our logistics and supply chain moving. Your work will multiply the effectiveness of the whole organisation.
What you’ll do
- Support procurement and distribution systems for contraceptives, including SOPs and basic data dashboards
- Run end-to-end recruitment rounds, onboarding and offboarding, benefits administration, and performance reviews
- Lead key parts of UK charity compliance, including annual audit preparation and policy updates
- Drive process improvements that make the organisation faster, clearer, and more scalable
- Coordinate internal events, retreats, travel logistics and tech onboarding for the team
This job is for you if you…
- Spot problems early and enjoy fixing them fast
- Prefer doing to talking, and keep things moving without needing supervision
- Are organised and comfortable switching between many tasks
- Communicate clearly across different cultures and contexts
- Enjoy start-up environments where systems are still being built
- Are comfortable with spreadsheets and digital tools, or quick to learn them
We welcome early-career candidates as well as more experienced operations professionals. You don’t need to meet every point to apply.
Why join us
You will help shape a fast-growing organisation at a pivotal moment. We offer 30 days of annual leave, fully paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, a weekly co-working day in London, and visa sponsorship where required.
Full job description: https://tr.ee/nUlHN8
Enabling access to safe family planning options in northern Nigeria.



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Charity Operations Manager
£50,536, plus a generous benefits package.
About us
AWF was established from a legacy left to the British Veterinary Association (BVA) in 1983 and was set up as an independent charity to directly support the veterinary profession, promote best practice and drive improvements in animal welfare
We are seeking an experienced charity manager to coordinate and manage the activity of the BVA Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF), which places animal welfare at the forefront of veterinary knowledge via research, education and debate.
You will have a strong track record of working with a Board of Trustees and associated committees on the successful implementation of a charity strategy, alongside an ability to lead on the implementation of a focused fundraising strategy.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and strong organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise, and work to strict deadlines. Alongside experience of a variety of fundraising activities, event planning, and knowledge of charity governance, this new role represents an exciting opportunity to optimise the unique partnership with BVA and build strategic relationships with key stakeholders to raise the profile of AWF.
Currently there are no direct line management responsibilities but as the charity develops it is likely that line management responsibilities will become part of this role. The role will also involve working closely with BVA’s policy and public affairs, media and campaigns, and marketing and events teams.
This role is pivotal to AWF and will have a lasting impact on the charity.
Benefits
· Annual leave allowance of 25 days (excluding public holidays), increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days.
· One day paid wellbeing day per year to provide you with dedicated time to focus on your own mental and physical wellbeing.
· One day paid leave per year to undertake voluntary work within the community or to support any reasonable charitable institution or cause.
· Enrolment into a pension scheme provided by Aviva (Employer = 6.5% / Employee = 5%).
· Opportunities for learning and development.
· A wide range of discounts from leading brands via Perkbox.
· A number of staff social events throughout the year.
· Well-behaved dogs are allowed to be brought to the workplace on a regular basis subject to agreement and various conditions being met.
AWF is strongly committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applications from all sectors of society. We would particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups within the not-for-profit/membership sector.
How to apply
To apply please submit your CV and a covering letter describing how your skills meet the role profile and explaining your motivation for wanting to work with AWF via 'CharityJob Apply' . Please also give an indication of your current salary and notice period.
Closing date
The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Tuesday 2 December 2025.
Interview dates
First interviews will be held remotely on 9 December with second interviews in person at the charity’s central London office on 16 December 2025.
No agencies please.
To apply please submit your CV and a covering letter describing how your skills meet the role profile and explaining your motivation for wanting to work with AWF via 'CharityJob Apply' . Please also give an indication of your current salary and notice period.
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Student Journey & Records Management
> Oversee the full student journey including attendance, extensions, interruptions, withdrawals, and progression changes.
> Annual and monthly registration returns to the validating university
> Respond to student and tutor enquiries via phone, email, and face-to-face.
> Maintain the student record system with accurate and timely updates.
> Coordinate with the College team to ensure communication of all student movements.
Registry Communications & Administration
> Manage the Registry inbox ensuring responses within three working days.
> Set academic calendars and timetables in liaison with Programme Leaders and the Venue Manager.
> Release grades on Moodle and ensure accurate transfer to student record systems.
> Prepare papers and minutes for academic meetings including Research Ethics Committee.
Compliance, Policy & Regulation
> Maintain understanding of validating university regulations and Waverley Abbey College policies.
> Monitor student compliance with academic requirements.
> Contribute to audits and programme validation/revalidation. Assessment & Progression Boards
> Liaise with students regarding late or missing submissions.
> Coordinate marking progress with tutors.
> Prepare External Examiner documentation and grade sheets.
> Notify students of Assessment Board outcomes.
> Coordinate with Student Finance to resolve outstanding fees.
> Support graduation processes and eligibility checks.
General Duties
> Produce accurate and timely reports.
> Attend College meetings and events including Open Days and Graduation services.
> Run the monthly Extenuating Circumstances Panel.
> Liaise with Learning Support, Programme Leaders and Tutors.
> Line-manage Academic Administrators.
> Support ongoing development of academic processes.
> Participate in ongoing professional development.
Person Specification Education & Qualifications
> Educated to degree level (Desirable)
> GCSE Maths grade 5 or above (Essential)
> Fluent written and spoken English (Essential) Knowledge
> Understanding of the Higher Education sector (Essential)
> Knowledge of student administration processes (Essential) > Understanding of assessment and grading systems (Essential) Experience
> Experience using a Student Records database (Essential)
> Experience supervising staff (Essential)
> Experience providing excellent student/customer service (Essential) Professional Skills
> Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word (Essential)
> Accurate written communication including minute-taking (Essential)
> Strong communication with stakeholders (Essential)
> High accuracy and attention to detail (Essential)
Personal Attributes
> Able to manage conflicting priorities (Essential)
> Proactive and self-motivated (Essential)
> Team-oriented with ability to motivate others (Essential)
> Able to explain policies clearly (Essential)
> Adaptable to departmental and organisational needs (Essential)
Ethos & Values
> Must be in sympathy with the Christian aims and ethos of Waverley Abbey College (Essential
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Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £29,765 + £3,000 South East Weighting per annum
Contract: Full-time, permanent
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Business & Operations Manager to oversee the efficient and effective running of Carroty Wood’s administrative and business support functions. This is a key leadership role, ensuring excellence across bookings administration, commercial operations, and customer experience, while supporting the Centre Director and Leadership Team to deliver the Centre’s strategic and missional goals.
Motivated by your Christian faith, you will be able to clearly and respectfully communicate Rock UK’s Christian ethos, mission and values to staff and guests of all faiths and none.
You will need to have:
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Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
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Experience of leading and motivating a team.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and familiarity with accounting processes.
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The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
This role is subject to an Occupational Requirement (OR) that the successful applicant is a Christian who is committed to the values, beliefs and behaviours set out in our Statement of Christian Beliefs and Ethos.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.
Severndroog Castle is a much-loved Grade II* listed historic site, saved by the community and now run by a passionate charity committed to heritage, learning, and local engagement.
We are seeking a practical, well-organised, and solutions-focused Site and Operations Manager to support the smooth running, safety, and day-to-day operations of this unique heritage site.
This role is one of two complementary part-time positions forming a collaborative partnership model. You will work closely with the Community and Volunteer Engagement Manager to ensure a well-maintained, safe, and welcoming site for visitors, volunteers, hirers, and contractors.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone excited by the challenge of caring for a historic
building, managing operations, and ensuring that everything behind the scenes runs smoothly so that visitors enjoy the best possible experience.
We’re looking for someone who:
- has experience in site, facilities, operations, heritage, or venue management
- is practical, organised, calm under pressure, and good at problem-solving
- can manage contractors, maintenance schedules, safety compliance, and operational processes
- is a collaborative and supportive team player who enjoys working in a small organization
Working pattern:
20 hours per week, including some weekends. Hybrid working, with regular on-site presence, and a minimum of one Sunday per month on site.
Are you an experienced and hands-on HR professional ready to lead a high-performing team and elevate employee experience across an organisation? Our client, a fantastic international charity is now seeking an exceptional People Services Manager to drive excellence in their customer-centric HR Operations/People Services function, ensuring seamless support throughout the employee lifecycle-from recruitment and onboarding to payroll and offboarding.
In this pivotal role, you'll manage a small, dedicated HR operations team, fostering collaboration across the People department and wider organisation. You'll champion inclusive, efficient, and compliant practices, ensuring that people processes are robust, engaging, user-focused and continuously improving.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a highly respected and values-driven organisation. If you're passionate about people, process excellence, and creating a supportive and inclusive workplace, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Leading the delivery of end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and talent pool coordination, working closely with hiring managers and the Talent Development team.
- Overseeing payroll, pensions, compensation, and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal checks and external regulations.
- Managing contractor and freelancer records in line with GDPR and IR35, collaborating with finance and procurement.
- Driving continuous improvement in complex employee lifecycle processes, including contracts, leave, flexible working, and more.
- Supporting data analysis and reporting for internal metrics and external bodies (e.g. HMRC, ONS).
- Enhancing internal communications and self-service guidance through SharePoint and other platforms.
- Leading initiatives and projects aligned with the people plan, building ad hoc teams and stakeholder relationships as needed.
What We're Looking For:
- CIPD Level 5 qualified
- Proven experience of managing HR Operations/People Services functions, including payroll and recruitment and leading teams in a complex public/nfp sector organisation.
- Strong project delivery skills with a focus on accountability and outcomes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement across all levels.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and inform decisions.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in practice.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and hybrid collaboration tools.
Please note; This role offer hybrid working arrangements with a minimum of 2 days working from the central London offices.
Make a real difference in the lives of asylum seekers and newly recognised refugees! Join New Citizens’ Gateway as an Outreach Project Manager and lead the delivery of vital frontline support to people residing in temporary accommodation across five hotels in Barnet. You will oversee a dedicated outreach team working to reduce isolation, improve wellbeing, and empower individuals seeking asylum.
We offer a supportive working environment with excellent benefits including:
- 6% employer pension contribution
- 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
New Citizens’ Gateway (NCG) is an independent, registered charity working to reduce health inequalities, combat social exclusion and poverty, and support the integration and independence of refugees and asylum seekers.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Outreach Project Manager to lead our outreach service. This role is responsible for managing outreach staff, coordinating support across multiple hotel sites, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and quality standards, and providing specialist guidance to the team on complex client issues.
The successful candidate will have at least two years’ project management experience and direct experience supporting refugees and asylum seekers, with strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to speak a community language is desirable.
New Citizens’ Gateway is committed to equality, diversity, and creating a workplace that values lived experience. We welcome applications from people of refugee background and others with direct experience of the issues our clients face.
Closing date: 10/12/2025 Interview date: 15/12/2025 (please keep this date free)
Providing holistic support which enables inclusion of those seeking/getting protection in England and Wales as equal participants in the UK life
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to lead the creation of high-quality, visitor-focused experiences at one of the UK’s most iconic heritage sites. This role offers the opportunity to combine creative vision, strategic thinking, and leadership to make a meaningful impact on audiences and the Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategically minded Experience Development Manager (EDM) to oversee the development and delivery of high-quality, visitor-focused products and experiences across the historic site. As a senior member of the Commercial and Operations team, the EDM will contribute to the sustainable operation of the museum, support the preservation of the Trust’s heritage buildings and ships, and drive growth in visitor engagement and commercial income.
The role includes leading flagship events and experiences, including family activities, the Call the Midwife Official Location Tour, Mission Christmas, and major annual events such as Armed Forces Day. The EDM will co-lead one of CHDT’s largest staff groups alongside the Visitor Operations Manager, ensuring a high-quality, safe, and cohesive visitor experience across all areas of the site.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.





