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Job Title: Senior Marketing and Communications Officer
Location: Hybrid remote with minimum 2 days per week in office, Pembury
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing date for applications: Friday 23rd May 2025
Are you a skilled marketing professional ready to make a meaningful impact?
Aspens is seeking a creative, driven Senior Marketing and Communications Officer to help promote our services, fundraising and activities that transform the lives of autistic people, those with a learning disability and their families.
You’ll develop and deliver engaging campaigns, manage communications channels, and create content that aligns with our brand voice. Collaborating with teams across Aspens, you’ll drive audience engagement and support income-generation activities.
This is the job for you if you have excellent communication skills and know how to bring a story to life. You’ll be confident using digital channels to engage with a range of audiences, as well as traditional methods.
Join us at Aspens and help make a difference. Apply today to become part of our inspiring mission!
About Aspens
Aspens is a charity that provides high-quality person-centred care and support to individuals on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities, and their families. We provide an integrated network of services and support across the South-East to empower individuals to lead their lives as independently as possible.
We support children, families and adults across Kent, East Sussex, West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, Surrey and the London Borough of Bexley. Our services include registered care homes, supported living, community outreach, day services, children and young people’s groups and support, specialist support, and online support for families and carers across the South-East.
Aspens has three charity shops in Bexhill, Crowborough and Paddock Wood and online stores on eBay, Etsy and Vinted. We also have The Bluebell Café and animal farm and a pre-loved donations centre in Pembury.
Purpose of Role
This role will work with direction from the Marketing and Communications Manager to deliver marketing campaigns to raise awareness of and promote Aspens’ services, income-generation activities including fundraising, retail and hospitality, and recruitment; engage with our internal and external stakeholders; and reach new audiences. A key part of the role will be internal ‘customer’ support, collaborating with departments across the charity to meet shared goals in line with Aspens’ strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Campaign delivery
· Collaborate with the operations, fundraising, retail and recruitment teams to create and deliver comprehensive marketing campaigns to promote Aspens’ services, shops/e-commerce, hospitality, events and recruitment and meet shared goals in line with the charity’s strategic objectives.
· Create and deliver internal comms campaigns to drive engagement and increase retention of staff.
· Monitor and evaluate campaign performance by reporting on agreed objectives and KPIs.
Content Creation
· Develop relevant and engaging content to be utilised across channels, including, but not limited to website, social media, internal channels and email, in our shops, Bluebell Café and the community to reach new and existing stakeholders.
· Graphic design - production of assets for marketing purposes.
· Developing marketing and comms bank of photos and video; photography and videography at events.
· Working with external companies to produce marketing collateral (signage, banners, artwork, leaflets, branded items etc.) and managing stock levels of marketing materials.
· Review all materials to ensure alignment with Aspens’ brand guidelines and tone of voice.
Channel Management
• Under direction from Marketing and Communications Manager manage internal and external channels.
• External channels including, but not limited to: Aspens’ website and linked bookings sites; charity social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok); supporter communications (Mailchimp).
• Internal channels including, but not limited to: Staff intranet and staff newsletter (Mailchimp)
Brand Awareness
Under direction from Marketing and Communications Manager promote Aspens and the impact of our work to relevant stakeholders and audiences. This includes digital and traditional advertising, management of Awards nominations, PR and media.
Audience Insight
· Utilise audience data to develop understanding of audiences.
· Carry out research to monitor and keep up to date with marketing and charity trends and best practice to support audience engagement.
· Share insights with Marketing and Communications Manager.
Events
• Collaborate with the Business and Income Generation Team to support the planning and promotion of events and represent Aspens at events, some of which may require evening or weekend attendance.
Team Working
• Work closely with Marketing and Communications Manager and Business and Income Generation Team and build strong relationships with teams across the organisation.
Other
· Occasional travel to other offices, services and shops across Aspens’ region.
· Administration tasks as required.
Person Specification
· Demonstrate close alignment to Aspens’ values
· Excellent written and oral communication
· Commercial awareness – understanding of business operations and the ability to think strategically about how decisions impact performance and profitability
· Goal-oriented mindset
· Excellent relationship building and people skills
· Creative, with lots of ideas for engaging content
· Numerate and data-driven
· Ability to prioritise workload effectively
· Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and within a team
· Proactive approach, ability to come up with creative solutions
· Excellent attention to detail
· IT skills including Microsoft Teams, Word, Powerpoint, Canva, Mailchimp, Xcel, Google Analytics, Google Ads
· Graphic design skills
· Photography and videography skills
· Ability to edit websites/intranet
· A degree of flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends if required
Experience
• At least two years' experience as a Marketing/Communications Officer/Executive, ideally within the charity sector
• Experience in planning and delivering integrated marketing campaigns
• Experience of managing a range of marketing channels including social media, websites and internal platforms
• Experience of engaging different stakeholders.
• Proven track record of achievement in meeting or exceeding targets, with clear examples of delivering results against set objectives
Essential Training and Qualifications
A Levels or equivalent
GCSE English at grade C (or above).
Desirable Training and Qualifications
A degree level qualification in Marketing/ Communications or a related field
What you can expect from us:
- Fantastic paid training and career progression opportunities (including recognised qualifications in health and social care)
- Paid DBS (we will recover the cost should your employment terminate for any reason, other than redundancy, before passing your probation)
- Flexible work arrangements with opportunities to take on additional bank shifts too
- 30 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays) / Pro rata dependent on hours. Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
- Nest Pension and Death in Service Benefit
- Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Aspens High Street Stores -20% discount on all items for Aspens’ staff
- Bluebell café- Discounted staff menu available
- Refer a Friend scheme, so you can earn up to £250 for every person you refer to work for Aspens
- Recognition schemes, including ‘Employee of the Month’
How to Apply:
Simply click ‘Apply now’ and one of our team will be in touch to discuss the role.
Any offer is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, which we will complete on your behalf if you don't already have one, and satisfactory employment references. We will consider job share and part time arrangements for all posts in line with the needs of the Charity.
Equal Opportunity Statement
At Aspens Charities, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and those who are likely to be underrepresented in Aspens’ workforce, such as sex/gender, minority ethnic group, religion, belief, sexual orientation, age, as well as abilities. We believe that a diverse team leads to better outcomes and a more enjoyable work environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and has an equal opportunity to thrive.
As a Disability Confident employer, Aspens Charities is dedicated to supporting and promoting the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities. We recognise the value and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our organisation.
Accessibility and Accommodations
We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Family Support Coordinator
£22,000 pa + benefits (including company car, 25 days annual leave, and pension)
Greater Manchester and the surrounding areas
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.
About the role:
We are looking to appoint a Family Support Coordinator to support our care teams in delivering a high-quality family support service in the region, working with families and professionals to ensure the families we support have access to the services they need.
Reporting to the Family Support Manager and working in partnership with health, education, and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for sourcing practical goods and services in the region, applying for grants and benefits, as well as working with other charities or community providers to obtain goods, equipment or funds for families that Rainbow Trust do not provide directly.
Having worked in a stressful or emotionally-demanding environment with an understanding of the complexities of working with children and families, you will have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and strong networks with other organisation to provide meaningful assistance to the families we support.
What we’re looking for:
Professional experience of working in an administrative or coordinator role - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have provided services in a health, social care, youth or education setting within a charity environment.
A friendly and socially-focused approach – you have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and develop effective relationships with a wide range of people, you enjoy helping others.
Well-organised, with a high level of attention to detail – you work well within established systems, produce high quality work and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Practical, helpful and supportive – you thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and you work collaboratively with others to complete tasks, you are a confident MS Office user.
A persuasive and open communicator, you are inclusive in decision-making and are able to build and maintain strong working relationships with external organisations and networks.
A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people, and their families – aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential.
What we offer:
We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes.
Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand
Company car for front line care posts
Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes, as well as a recommend a friend recruitment bonus
Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%
The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping
Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.
How to apply:
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Please disclose on the application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application.
Interviews will take place either on Teams or at our Greater Manchester care team office, with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successfully selected for interview. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.
We are looking to recruit a Visitor Experience Assistant to join our team based at our Midlands site. You will join us on a part time, permanent basis, working 1000 hours per year (annualised contract) and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £12,280.09 per annum.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.
We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a Carbon Literate organisation and as such promotes Carbon Literacy.
The Museum is looking to appoint two Visitor Experience Assistants on an annualised contract.
We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate team members who understand and are committed to providing customer service excellence and puts the visitor at the centre of everything they do.
The ideal candidate will have previous visitor facing experience ideally in a leisure or heritage environment. You will need to be a confident communicator, a team player and be able to respond quickly and positively in a changing environment. Being flexible in your outlook is essential as you will be fulfilling a variety of roles at the museum.
You will also support the museum in hosting evening events from gala dinners to sleepovers and outdoor film nights. An understanding of the importance of supporting and fulfilling a ‘host’ role for corporate clients and Museum partners is desirable.
As a Visitor Experience Assistant, you will have a variety of roles which will include:
- Proactive response to ensuring the highest possible visitor standards are maintained.
- Providing a warm welcome to our visitors and enhancing every visitor’s experience at the museum through your engagement with them and your problem-solving skills.
- Supporting activities, events, general museum operations and processing visitor bookings at admissions.
- Promoting and selling museum guidebooks, services, commercial activities, and events to visitors.
- Supporting the museum’s fundraising and commercial activities.
- Providing a safe and secure experience for everyone.
- Being a first aider and fire marshal. Training for both roles will be provided.
- Inspire visitors by sharing the Royal Air Force story and the story of the people who shape the Royal Air Force.
- There will also be the opportunity to provide engaging talks to visitors.
These are permanent, part-time roles working 1000 hours annually. The working hours each week will be dependent on business requirements (maximum 35 hours per week during peak season and minimum 4 hours per week during off-peak season). You will work a flexible pattern which will include working some weekends, bank holidays and occasional evening/overnights.
If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please visit the jobs page on our website for further information. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force’s story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you.
Closing date for applications: 18th May 2025
Interviews will take place on 3rd and 4th June 2025
Job Title: People & Recruitment Officer
Contract: Fixed Term 12 months
Salary: £28,100 Per Annum
Hours: Full time (36 hours per week)
Reporting To: Senior People Officer
Manages: N/a
Location: Remote (Occasional travel to the Leicester Head Office and other UK locations as necessary)
About Home-Start UK
Home-Start is a federated charity consisting of a central national office – Home-Start UK - and over 170 geographically dispersed local Home-Start organisations, all working together under the same identity.
We recognise that being a parent has never been easy. Every Home-Start volunteer is trained to work alongside parents to overcome the challenges they are facing. We work with parents to build on their strengths and give them the support that they tell us they need. We offer no judgement – just compassionate, confidential help and expert support. This peer-to-peer support is key to the difference Home-Start makes and often our volunteers have lived experience of the challenges their families are facing themselves.
About The Role
The People & Recruitment Officer will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day People activities, including being the first point of contact for queries and advice. You will also lead on recruitment throughout the organisation, ensuring that the organisation has the right people in the right roles to drive its success and growth. The officer will collaborate closely with hiring managers and other members of the People team to develop effective recruitment strategies, foster a positive candidate experience, and contribute to the overall employee lifecycle management.
We are a flexible and family-friendly employer with genuine commitment to building equity, diversity and inclusion. If there are any ways we can make this opportunity more accessible for you to apply or to be successful, please do reach out for a conversation.
If this sounds like your type of challenge we’d love to receive your application.
Closing date for applications is Thursday 15th May, 4pm.
Interviews will take place virtually on the 29th and 30th May 2025.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Home-Start UK is committed to Equality of Opportunity and Diversity. We wish to encourage applications from all parts of the community irrespective of gender, race, colour, age, sexual orientation or disability. Appointments will be based on merit, following an open and clear selection process.
Home-Start UK, a charitable company limited by guarantee. Company No. 5382181. Charity No. in England and Wales 1108837 and in Scotland SCO39172.
No agencies please.
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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!
Make a real difference in people’s lives as a Client Care Coordinator (CCC) in our award-winning contact centre ✨
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Starting from £24,523.79 (increasing upon completion of competencies)
Shifts: Between 7AM and 6PM, including Saturday or Sunday every other weekend with a day off in the week.
Whats in it for you?
In addition to a supportive work environment, we offer an impressive benefits package that goes beyond the basics:
Financial Reward: Thousands of perks through Blue Light discount card, up to 5% employer pension contribution, and Long Service Recognition.
Health and Wellness: Doctor Line for over-the-phone GP consultations, access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, and dedicated Mental Health First Aiders.
Work-Life Balance: An additional day for your Birthday, enjoy a set schedule, and competitive family-friendly benefits.
Career Development: Paid training, opportunities for accredited training agreements, and potential for career progression.
How can you make a difference as a Client Care Cooridnator? ❤️
This isn’t cold calling— you’ll have the opportunity to support people during their times of need, making every interaction meaningful and impactful. Our team takes pride in creating a positive and supportive environment where every conversation matters.
We’re looking for empathetic individuals with excellent communication skills, a proactive attitude, and a genuine desire to help others. In return, we offer a supportive and collaborative workplace, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and the chance to be part of a company that values your contributions.
Your journey begins on 9th June 2025, with a minimum of 12 weeks onsite training (Monday to Friday, 8AM–4PM). Once signed off, you’ll have the opportunity to transition to hybrid working. This is your chance to gain the skills and confidence needed to excel in a role that truly makes a difference. Offering a schedule that fits your lifestyle, we understand the importance of work-life balance and may consider 30 hours per week.
Apply now to join a contact centre with a difference and start making a positive impact today! ✨
We have been providing NHS-funded and private abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics across England for over 40 years.





The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting new role for hte Trust as it seeks to uplift and empower the people of Evesham in Worcestershire.
The Trust has secured funding for a new COO who will support, encourage, lead and develop the Trust into our next chapter.
We are an established Community Centre with a brilliant, dedicated and highly motivated small staff team with lots of volunteers. We have a wide range of commumity centre users, and estblished partnerships and networks. The Trustee body have recently set a new Vision and Priiorites process; and we are working with a community research body and fundraising strategy. Our new COO will work to support and develop all this towards a sustainable future.
Part of this new role will be to support one of our key projects become an independent charity in their own right; and to work on the vision for social housing/supported housing locally with linked buildings in the HIgh Street.
Further information is in the Job Pack.
Goodman Masson are delighted to be supporting a leading independent policy organisation based in London who are seeking Finance Business Partners to support its globally focused research and advisory work. With a strong reputation for shaping thought leadership and influencing international policy, the organisation is currently undergoing a strategic transformation to modernise systems, streamline operations, and enhance financial planning and oversight.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced finance professionals to contribute to a purpose-led organisation operating at the heart of global affairs. In this role, you will work closely with a research centre, collaborating with academic and policy teams while partnering with central finance to ensure robust financial management across key projects and funding streams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting for your assigned research centre
Cost projects and monitor profitability across grants, donations, and other funding sources
Track actual income and expenditure against budgets; analyse and explain variances
Collaborate with the central finance team on management accounts, accruals, and income recognition
Oversee project-specific financial reporting, audits, and compliance with funder requirements
Support implementation of a new finance system and contribute to process improvements
Act as a trusted financial advisor to research leads and senior stakeholders
Strengthen internal controls and promote financial best practice across the organisation
About You
ACA/CA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant
Proven experience in business partnering, budgeting, and financial project oversight
Experience within the charity, education, or non-profit sector (advantageous)
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial insights clearly to non-finance colleagues
Strong analytical and organisational skills with a focus on accuracy and deadlines
Proactive, collaborative, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
Familiarity with funder requirements across foundations, government bodies, and NGOs
Benefits
37 days annual leave (including public holidays and office closure days)
Pension salary exchange scheme
Hybrid/flexible working
Enhanced parental leave and employee assistance programme
Opportunity to work in a highly respected, purpose-driven environment with global impact
Apply now to be part of an organisation committed to making a meaningful contribution to international policy and global development through strong financial leadership.
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
Join Birthrights as Our New CEO!
Location: Remote (UK-based). Must be prepared to travel to London and other UK locations for frequent meetings with staff, funders and stakeholders.
Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Why Join Us?
- Impact: Make a real difference in the lives of women, birthing people and families.
- Flexibility: We offer flexible working arrangements, including remote work and compressed hours.
- Culture: Join a kind, progressive, and inclusive team dedicated to respectful care during pregnancy and childbirth.
- Growth: Be part of an organisation with ambitious plans for growth and innovation.
About Birthrights: Birthrights is the UK's leading authority on the rights of women and birthing people during pregnancy and birth in the UK. Our work is critical to not only transforming the experiences and outcomes for individuals but also in shifting wider policy, practice and systems. We champion respectful care during pregnancy and childbirth, ensuring that all women are treated with dignity and humanity. Our work is grounded in the belief that every woman has the right to make informed choices about her care and to be supported in those choices.
The Role: Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of women and birthing people? Do you thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment? Birthrights is looking for a dynamic and compassionate CEO to lead our dedicated team. This is a unique opportunity to drive change, advocate for birth rights, and work alongside a group of passionate individuals committed to our cause.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership: Provide compassionate and bold leadership to a remote-working team, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture.
- Strategic Vision: With the Board and staff, refine and lead the successful implementation of the organisation's strategic and operational plans.
- Influencing: Lead creative and bold external campaigns, policy development, and influencing efforts to advance birth rights.
- Financial Management: Oversee financial operations, ensuring sustainability and growth.
- Fundraising and Business Development: Oversee the fundraising efforts and business development initiatives to support Birthrights' mission.
- Board Collaboration: Work closely with the board to shape and implement strategic goals.
Person Specification:
- Essential:
- Background in the charity sector.
- Genuine passion for Birthrights' cause.
- Strong people management skills.
- High emotional intelligence (EQ).
- Competence in financial management.
- Skills in business development and fundraising.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work closely with the board.
- Strategic and radical leadership skills
- Ability to oversee delivery of policy and programmes to drive impact aligned with organisational strategy and principles
- Ability to build relationships and foster strong collaborative partnerships
- Ability to lead courageously
- Desirable:
- Lived experience of birth or professional experience in maternity care or significant involvement in campaigning or representing people's rights.
- Experience in policy development and influencing.
- Experience in leading bold external campaigns.
- Experience managing remote working or hybrid teams of part-time staff
- Experience of community power building and working as part of movements for change
Our Team: At Birthrights, we believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork. Our team is close-knit, passionate, and dedicated to making a positive impact. We work remotely but stay connected through regular meetings and touchpoints, ensuring that everyone feels supported and valued. We are committed to fostering a culture of kindness, inclusivity, and mutual respect.
Equity, Diversity and inclusion: Birthrights is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in our organisation and our external work. We know that diversity in all its forms brings more perspectives, experiences and knowledge, and it makes us a better, stronger organisation.
As an organisation, our employees have recently trained with the Queer Birth Club on LGBTQ+ competency and have undertaken extensive training with JMB Consulting on anti-racism.
We are using positive action in our recruitment as part of our commitment to EDI. This means we are actively seeking candidates from under-represented groups (people of colour, women, LGBTQ+, disabled people, socioeconomic background). If two candidates are equally qualified for the role, we will appoint the candidate with this background under the provisions of the Equality Act 2010. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments so we can accommodate your needs.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about advocating for birth rights and have the skills and experience to lead our organisation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to and we will forward you the candidate pack.
Webinar: Join our informational webinar on Thursday 22 May, 12.30 - 1.30 to learn more about the role. The registration link is in the candidate pack.
Application Deadline: Please submit your application by 5.00pm on Monday 9th June, 2025.
Could you support young people aged 14-18 to deescalate crisis and improve their mental health and wellbeing, through focussed 1:1s and structured crisis interventions?
Youth Mental Health Worker - Young Persons Sanctuary
Post no: 635
Salary: £24,088 per annum F.T.E (actual / pro rata salary £11,881.24 for 18.25 hours per week)
Working pattern: 3 evenings per week over 7 (4:00pm – 10:00pm)
Contract: Permanent
Working base: Young Persons Sanctuary, Milton Keynes Hospital – Eaglestone Health Centre
Area covered: Milton Keynes
About Us:
Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with a range of partners, we offer a number of activities from our wellbeing centres and local venues to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, and our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone.
About Young Persons Sanctuary
Our Young Person’s Sanctuarys offer a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment outside of normal school hours for those aged 14 – 18 who feel in mental distress or crisis.
About the Role
Our Young Person’s Sanctuarys' Youth Mental Health Worker role will involve assessing needs and offering one to one support to service users to enable them to begin the process of improving their mental health and wellbeing and to providing clarity on services and pathways available in the area. The role will be part of a larger Young Persons Sanctuary team made up of YPS Youth Mental Health Workers, YPS Manager and volunteers.
Service Delivery
- Deliver crisis focussed 1:1s and ensure outcomes which supports young people experiencing a mental health crisis in Milton Keynes, in line with Mind BLMK’s agreed crisis service and requirements as well as contract requirements.
- Assessing need and suitability for the service in line with the access to services process and undertaking 1:1s.
- Contribute to maintaining an effective volunteer workforce for the service in line with Mind BLMK’s HR policies, procedures and guidance (workload planning and support).
- Carry out Cash Handling, Health and Safety and Data Collection responsibilities as directed by the Team Leader in line with Mind BLMK’s policies, procedures, requirements and guidance.
- Attendance to mandatory reflective practice is required for this role. It occurs once every six weeks for one and a half hours.
Entitlements/benefits:
- 25 days (pro rata) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
- Auto-enrolment NEST pension scheme (employer contributes 3%, employee contributes 5%)
- Optional Health Plan
- In-house and external Learning and Development as appropriate for the role.
- Flexible Working On request (in line with Mind BLMK policy on Right to Request Flexible Working)
If you have a passion for working in mental health and possess the required skills, we would love to hear from you.
Closedown: 5pm Tuesday 20th of May 2025
Interview date: TBC
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply
Start date: ASAP
Interested?
If you would like to find out 'more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Mind BLMK has been committed to the Mindful Employer charter and the Disability Confident Employer Scheme since 2008.
Please note: Mind BLMK follows Safer Recruitment practices and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Therefore all our roles are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
No agencies please.
Assistant Finance Business Partner x 2
(SEO)
£41,055 - £44,415 (National)
+ £5,000 Accountancy Allowance or £2,500 Part Qualification Allowance
The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 50% of the government's office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. We are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team.
Representing the best covenant in the UK - His Majesty's Government - we are leading ground-breaking programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme, as well as delivering modern and cost-effective real estate service solutions.
Innovation and progress are at the heart of our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged, and we're dedicated to becoming a leading, inclusive employer both in the external market and throughout the Civil Service. Our strong emphasis on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is not just about driving inclusion across our organisation, it is also about ensuring our services meet the needs of government departments and the civil servants who use our spaces.
Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction.
We are recruiting for two positions into the Workplace Projects department. These positions sit within their LCR (Lifecycle Replacement) and CRP (Client Requested Projects), supporting project managers by monitoring project progress and providing insightful management information to allow for accurate forecasting against budgets.
The responsibilities of the Assistant Finance Business Partner(s) will include:
- Producing management accounts for relevant budget holders and contributing to GPA's client budget process
- Partnering with the LCR and Net Zero / CRP programme managers and external partners to ensure that all expenditure has been accurately assessed based on project completion and integrity is applied
- That regular reconciliations and sampling of the project accounts are completed including timely project closure assessments
- Provide advice on financial treatment of project costs to ensure that all items are correctly assessed for capitalisation, and that the treatment of abortive costs and feasibility works are appropriately treated as RDEL, while being allocated to the correct projects
- Attendance at monthly stakeholder meetings to support the management of projects, supply chain and client relationships
- Supporting any client discussions as required to ensure recovery of billed amounts, keeping accrued income minimal and controlled
- Building a network internally with other finance teams to ensure smooth transition of data and knowledge between interlinked processes, and contributing as part of the wider finance team
- Preparing balance sheet reconciliations including accruals and prepayments
- Take ownership of key financial processes, including the preparation and processing of journals, while supporting both internal and external audits.
- Play a proactive role in facilitating forecasting and reporting activities, and use your analytical skills to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the financial data to inform strategic decision-making.
Key Skills & Experience
- CCAB or equivalent part-qualified or finalist-level candidates required, full qualification desirable.
- Experience in facilities management or estates-related roles (e.g. property management, construction projects) is preferable, however candidates from other backgrounds will be considered.
- Understanding of project accounting fundamentals is essential; experience with subcontractors or procurement for facilities management is advantageous.
- Strong month-end management accounting experience required.
- Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with stakeholders from varied backgrounds.
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Senior Legal Officer
We are looking for a Senior Legal Officer to support the organisation’s grant giving and contracting function.
If you want to join an impact driven organisation, improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families, then apply today!
Position: Senior Legal Officer
Location: London/hybrid
Hours: Full-time 35 hours/week (part time considered)
Salary: £53,300 per annum, plus generous benefits
Contract: 12 months fixed term contract (possible extension)
Closing Date: 18th May 2025
Interviews: Wed 28th May
The Role
Join an independent What Works Centre, funded by a core grant from central government (the Department for Education), with additional funding from other governmental departments and philanthropic bodies. We are looking for a contract manager to work within the Operations team and support the grant giving and contracting function.
Key tasks include:
• Review and consolidation of existing grant and service agreements templates, ensuring compliance.
• Prepare internal guidance on using the contract templates
• Develop and maintain a register of agreed variations to standard T&Cs
• Advice on due diligence processes and legal considerations for collaborations with a variety of partners (e.g. charities, research institutes, universities, local authorities, government departments etc)
• Support project teams in putting in place agreements for new grants and services
• Supporting project teams with existing agreements
• Provide organisation wide training on standard T&Cs and managing contracts
• Develop robust and future proof contracting processes, to ensure ongoing compliance and best practice
• Act as a main point of contact with external legal advice providers
• Work with the finance team to ensure disbursement of funding is compliant with agreements from our funders and the law
About You
You will have a law (or similar) degree, with experience of contract law and contracting in a not for profit/grant making environment.
Once you click to apply, you will be redirected to the organisation’s website where you will find full details in the job pack on the Job description and benefits and Culture code.
The Organisation
This is a great place to work, where there is a is high performing cultureand where together everyone can achieve impact that make a real difference for vulnerable children and families. Focussing on using and championing high-quality evidence, working directly with government and local leaders, the team provide practical solutions and encourage change. This is an organisation with ambitious aims and people are essential to its success.
Some of the great benefits include:
• 30 days annual leave, plus one extra day off for your birthday paid bank holidays, up to 3 can be switched for religious observance
• Up to five days carers’ leave, in a 12-month period, three days paid
• Paid compassionate leave
• Enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced parental leave and pay
• Pension of 6% employer and 3% employee contribution.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling, legal & information line
• Unlimited access to 24/7 GP
• Mental health support
• Life cover at 4 x annual salary
• Bike to work scheme
The organisation’s values and celebrates diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. People are at the heart of what it does, and it’s vital that the workforce reflects the diversity of stakeholders and the wider society in the UK. We actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities and offer excellent salaries, learning and development opportunities and a great office location situated in the heart of St James’. The team work in a hybrid and flexible way and recognises the importance of a good work-life balance.
You may have experience in other areas such Legal Officer, Legal Counsel, Senior Legal Officer, Senior Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Solicitor, Contract Lawyer. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis?
Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress?
If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.
Job title: Flourish Team Leader
Reference Number: 279
Salary scale: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum
Contracted hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract length: Permanent
Working base: Negotiable, Herts Mind Wellbeing Centre closest to home
Reports to: Services Manager, Complex Needs and Community
About the Service
This is an exciting and reasonably new project, ‘Flourish’ – Mental Health for Refugees in Hertfordshire, which is a highly flexible and responsive outreach service developed to meet the needs of refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine & other refugees in Hertfordshire. The aim of the service will be to support refugees in the community with multiple needs who have mental health support as a primary need.
The countywide holistic service also provides emotional wellbeing support for families who are hosting refugees.
The Flourish Team Leader plays a significant role in the co-ordination and running of the Flourish service. This role is key to the development and support of the team and the wider organisation.
Service Objectives
- To provide advice, information, onward referral and holistic support to clients with mental ill health.
- Support to build social networks and reduce isolation whilst settling into the Hertfordshire community this includes building a sustainable and empowering peer support network and building confidence and self-esteem.
- To ensure that the safety and wellbeing of the client is monitored and reviewed regularly.
- To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
- Embed a person centred and solution focused approach in all aspects of the role.
- To work in a trauma informed way including awareness of the 6 principles of trauma informed practice, putting the clients emotional and practical needs at the forefront of this work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Services Manager with effective running of the Flourish service.
- Mange a caseload of up to 3 clients
- Provide advice, information, onward referral and holistic support to clients who are experiencing mental ill health or need support with their mental wellbeing.
- Line manage staff and where necessary volunteers.
- Maintain and enhance service delivery standards and effectiveness.
- Lead a team of Flourish Outreach Workers. Ensuring the team are using databases and outcome tools as required to report for the project.
- Promoting the service, increasing visibility and being responsive to changing needs.
- Provide practical and emotional support to encourage service users to develop their independence within their local community.
- Monitor outcomes and evaluate the service. Produce quarterly reports.
- Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of service users using the service is monitored and reviewed regularly.
- To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
- Embed a person centred and recovery orientated approach in all aspects of the roles and responsibilities.
- Oversee Flourish peer support groups in hotels and the community
- Overseeing and coordinating Flourish Together Events for Separated Migrant Children and Young People.
- Become level 3 trained in Safeguarding
We offer:
- Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)
- An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.
- Ongoing training relevant to your role.
- An Employee Assistance Programme.
- Eligibility for blue light card.
- Health cover (after 6 months employment) – compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.
Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role.
Closing date for receipt of application: Ongoing until role is filled.
Interviews: Held on a rolling basis.
Please note: we reserve the right to close the post once we have reached maximum applications or filled the role.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.
Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the ‘them’ and ‘us’ culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive.
No agencies please.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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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!
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our award-winning Fundraising Team at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital Charity. The Corporate Partnerships Officer will join our recently established Philanthropy and Partnerships (P&P) team to help us develop and nurture a range of corporate and philanthropic relationships. Together, we will significantly increase our income in support of the world leading research, treatment, and care that takes place across our hospitals in areas such as: childhood cancer, rare diseases, neonatal and maternal health, children and young people’s mental health, and critical care.
The Corporate Partnerships Officer will be responsible for account managing a portfolio of new and existing corporate accounts to deliver a sustainable income growth year on year. In addition, they will work closely with the Head of Corporate Partnerships and Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to support the day-to-day management of high value strategic partnerships and the delivery of business development activities. They will also contribute to the wider strategic aims of the P&P team to significantly grow both philanthropic and corporate partnership income and impact over the next three years.
The ideal candidate will have strong corporate account management and communication skills (both verbally and in writing) ideally gained within a fundraising or sales/business development environment. They will be a self-starter with an appetite to make unsolicited approaches to businesses and individuals, along with the ability to develop and grow lasting relationships with corporate partners. They will have strong time management skills, a motivation to work towards and achieve targets, and an appreciation of working for the NHS.
What we offer:
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Flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance
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Generous annual leave entitlement with additional leave for long service
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Enhanced sick pay
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Enhanced Maternity Pay
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Free flu jabs
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Cycle to work scheme
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Charity events throughout the year
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Employer enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
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Ongoing commitment to education and professional development
The Charity is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Successful candidates will have access to vulnerable beneficiaries therefore the role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
If you think you have the qualities we are looking for and the desire to contribute, please download the Job Vacancy Pack and then send us a CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role and making clear why you would like to be considered for it.
The closing date for return of applications is 18 May 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
12 month fixed term contract (maternity cover)
This role is involved with the day-to-day running of our social media channels and peer-to peer support forum—2 of our most important spaces for connection and conversation. You'll shape content, manage engagement, and ensure our digital spaces are welcoming, inclusive, and supportive for everyone affected by breast cancer. You’ll work closely with teams across the charity to amplify our voice, grow our reach, and support our wider goals. You’ll also line-manage 1 digital community officer. It’s a hands-on, people-focused role where your digital skills will make a real difference every day.
About you
You’re a digital native with a heart for community and a mind for strategy. You believe in the power of connection—particularly for those navigating or impacted by breast cancer—and you’re ready to work on inclusive, impactful online spaces.
You’ve got experience managing digital spaces, writing copy for social, and confidence creating short videos for social channels.
You enjoy mentoring others, and you’re always looking for new ways to connect with diverse audiences.
You’re curious, collaborative, you often seek out opportunities to innovate, and you enjoy learning and sharing what you learn.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our Cardiff, Glasgow, London, or Sheffield office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact Breast Cancer Now recruitment.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date 9am on Wednesday 21 May 2025
Interview date Week commencing 26 May 2025
Are you an experienced administrator and communicator looking for a flexible, purpose-driven role? Join the Council for Subject Associations (CfSA) as our part-time Membership & Communications Administrator— a vital freelance position supporting the day-to-day operations of a volunteer-led charity working at the heart of subject education.
This is a rare opportunity to become the operational engine of CfSA: you’ll manage charity governance, financial records, events, member communications, and digital platforms — all while working independently and remotely.
About Us:
CfSA is the national umbrella body for subject associations. Independent of government, we speak with a unified voice on curriculum, teacher training, and educational policy. Our members shape the future of education, and we ensure their voices are heard.
What You’ll Do:
- Administer Board and Committee meetings and filings
- Coordinate events including our AGM and conferences
- Liaise with and support member organisations
- Run our communications and digital presence (website, social media, newsletters)
- Maintain financial tracking and statutory reporting
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
- Has strong admin and digital communication experience
- Can work independently and manage their time effectively
- Is confident with tools like WordPress, Canva, and social platforms included LinkedIn, X, Facebook etc
- Has a professional, proactive, and friendly manner
- Understands or is interested in the charity or education sectors
This is a freelance contract, ideal for someone seeking part-time flexibility with meaningful impact. Remote-based with occasional travel (e.g., Leicester for post collection, which can be relocated).
We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive and encourage applications from all who meet the person specification regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Closing date for applications: 13th May 2025
Interviews will take place either in Leicester or remotely on 19th May 2025 (between 1 and 5p.m)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.