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Job Title: University Access Officer
Salary: £24,570
Closing Date: Friday 4th July, 11:00am, though if a suitable candidate is found during the recruitment window the closing date may be brought forward. As such, we encourage all applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.
Reporting to: Programme Manager
Contract: Full time, permanent, 37.5 hours a week.
Job Location: Whitehaven & Workington
Interviews: Ongoing, though the main recruitment day will be Wednesday 9th July (online).
Start date: Monday 18th August 2025
About the organisation
The Access Project is an education charity; we believe that every young person can make the most of education, unlocking their potential and creating a fairer society.
Our mission is to support students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top universities, through a unique combination of tuition and in-school mentoring. We work with them to make good applications, get the grades and transition to university.
The programme combats educational inequality and improves social mobility by raising students’ grades and supporting them to understand the pathway to a top university. Students who receive support from our programme are 50% more likely to place at a top university.
Safeguarding Statement
The Access Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the organisation.
Why work at The Access Project
People who work at The Access Project are motivated by the desire to create a fairer society. We all play an active part in achieving the mission to help students from disadvantaged backgrounds access top universities. At The Access Project, we’re a friendly, collaborative, supportive and inclusive team, with passionate people working together in Delivery, Sales and Partnerships, Strategy, Finance and Operations to achieve to achieve our mission.
The vision of our people strategy is to enable and inspire all employees to achieve, grow, succeed and thrive. We regularly have opportunities for people to share their ideas in various working groups, generating strong teamwork across the organisation.
We value every individual who works at The Access Project and we have a wide range of benefits that make this a rewarding place to work. In our last staff engagement survey, 90% said they’re proud to tell people they work at The Access Project.
About our values
- Empowerment - We support students and our people to develop the skills and knowledge to accomplish their goals.
- Courage - We encourage our students and our people to be authentic, innovative and ambitious in order to reach their full potential and deliver our mission
- Impact - We evolve our programmes through an evidence-led approach, supporting our students to achieve their best outcomes
- Inclusion - We respect and value individuality and engage diverse voices to achieve our mission.
- Ownership - We hold ourselves accountable in all our actions and efforts. We ask “What can I do to improve my results?”
About the role
University Access Officers are responsible for delivering The Access Project’s high impact mentoring programme to students across our partner schools. This role works with a caseload of students supporting them from the start of Year 10 up to the end of Year 13 to understand the pathway to a top university.
The role also involves project coordination, working with our schools, volunteers and teams across The Access Project to ensure our young people are fully supported and have the best possible chance of achieving social mobility and enhancing their future prospects.
This role is for a University Access Officer to work across our two schools in Cumbria, The Whitehaven Academy and Workington Academy. Our schools are shown on a map on our website.
Role responsibilities
- Work directly with young people mentoring a caseload of students in a professional and safe manner.
- Deliver our University Readiness programme through in-depth, targeted 1:1 mentoring sessions with Year 10 to Year 13 students.
- Assess student progress towards being able to make successful university applications.
- Engage with students in school and enrol them onto the programme.
- Match students with volunteer tutors.
- Monitor student attendance to tutorials and devise innovative solutions to encourage attendance.
- Monitor the impact of tutorials and intervene as appropriate.
- Build and manage relationships with volunteer tutors to ensure they have a positive experience of the programme.
- Manage tutor attendance to tutorials through weekly monitoring systems.
- Lead on quality assurance of tuition pairings/grouping completing a caseload of drop ins.
- Upload information onto the Salesforce database (training is provided).
- Work with school staff to ensure their cooperation and timely completion of activities contributing to the smooth running of the programme.
- Direct enrolled students to appropriate wider enrichment opportunities, encouraging both extra and super-curricular participation and reflection.
- Work with Enrichment & Events team and partner schools to deliver school trips to universities, including trip logistics and leading groups of young people on trip days.
- Lead on all student facing comms.
- Send regular summary updates to school as their key point of contact.
- Present at termly school meetings with Senior Management to report on programme progress.
- Any other responsibilities reasonably deemed necessary by The Access Project’s Programme Managers or Director.
Person specification:
- Able to communicate and influence with impact at all levels.
- Able to deliver projects and manage administration accurately.
- Able to effectively time manage.
- Able to lead and manage change to embed the programme in school.
- Resilient and adaptable.
- Skilled in building and maintaining excellent relationships.
- Can demonstrate a commitment to upholding the values and behaviours of good conduct.
- Can demonstrate an ability to take action to keep young people safe and raise concerns.
Training and Development
You will be provided with regular monthly training so that you can develop your skills and succeed in the role. There is support and supervision from your line manager (Programme Manager), as well as guidance from Senior University Access Officers and the wider University Access Officer team across The Access Project. There are opportunities for progression, including several additional responsibility roles which are available for UAOs to apply for once they have completed their probationary period successfully.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave p.a. (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays and 5 Winter closure days
- PerkBox – offering nationwide shopping discounts, gym memberships, holidays, learning and much more.
- 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.
- Travel-allowance for expenses over £10 per day, where applicable.
- Cyclescheme loans.
- 3 paid Volunteering Days.
- Employer’s pensions contributions (3%).
- Learning and Development opportunities.
- TAP welcomes requests for flexible working arrangements.
Equal Opportunities Statement
The Access Project aspires to represent the diversity of communities across the UK at all levels of the organisation and proactively takes steps to support this. We are committed to creating a culture where the experiences and voices of people from marginalised backgrounds are listened to and valued; where their skills are appreciated; and where their talents are nurtured and encouraged.
The Access Project is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you believe you have most of the skills to fulfil the role we encourage you to apply. Amongst staff at our organization, there is under-representation of people who are Black, Asian or people from ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled, care-experienced, from low socio-economic backgrounds, and who are LGBTQIA+ . We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience in reference to our mission.
We are proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments please contact us.
Disclosure of a Criminal Record
The Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986 applies to posts where there is access to children. This means that applicants for employment that involves working with children and young people must disclose anything listed in their criminal record, with the exception of protected cautions and convictions. All Disclosures are carried out in the strictest confidence and are made only in connection with your application for employment and for no other purpose. The application for a DBS check at a level appropriate to the job role will be activated before your first day of work. Members of staff who are not eligible for a standard or enhanced DBS check are required to undertake a basic DBS check only in line with legal requirements. If you are selected for appointment to the role, you will be subject to this procedure.
Present or Most Recent Employment
It is important to give full information, including the organisation you work in, or most recent employment if not currently working, full dates, address and explanation of any gaps in employment.
References
All appointments are subject to verification of employment and suitability of the candidate for the post applied for. We reserve the right to approach any previous employer for a reference and to verify their identity but will request your permission before doing so. If you have experience of working with children, please include this as one of your references.
Education, Qualifications and Training:
Ensure you give all the information requested, including dates, establishment where you studied and make clear the level of any examinations e.g., GCSE, GCE 'O' Level or 'A' Level or equivalents etc. and the grades you obtained. Also include any skills training you have had. You will be required to produce original documentary evidence of any qualifications relevant to the job, and these will be detailed on the person specification.
Proof of qualification is required before the appointment is confirmed.
Contact information
Please direct any queries to our email address on The Access Project website.
Please ensure that you complete all of the application form questions to enable us to shortlist your application for an interview, otherwise it will be disqualified automatically. Resumes and CVs will not be considered.
We support young people from under-resourced backgrounds to raise their aspirations, access top universities and achieve social mobility.

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Barnabas International is a large family of Christian ministries and charities focused on giving practical support to suffering, abandoned and persecuted Christians around the world. The ministry was founded in 1993, and since then, it has funded projects in more than 100 countries, providing hope and help to millions of our brothers and sisters in Christ. Some of our key projects include supplying food aid, medical supplies, educational and vocational training, Bibles, micro-enterprise, disaster relief, help for victims of violence, and support for pastors and church leaders. Barnabas Aid also provides advocacy for religious freedom, especially for persecuted and suffering Christians.
Barnabas is primarily a Christian ministry and a charity. Employees are expected to subscribe to the Vision, Mission, Value and Statement of Faith, and their work may be viewed as being vocational. There is an occupational requirement for applicants to be practising Christians, who are engaged in their local church, in order to be able to carry out our roles.
Overview of the Chief Outreach Officer
The Chief Outreach Officer will assume responsibility for all international communications, outreach and emerging countries and reports to the International Chief Executive Officer
This position will ensure that the organisation’s distinct Christian identity, operational excellence, resource efficiency, and effective programme delivery are maintained globally.
Main duties and responsibilities
i. Protect, maintain and enforce Barnabas Aid’s distinct Christian identity
ii. Line manage and supervise all personnel and work within the Outreach functions, optimising their efficiency and impact for His glory
iii. Support the International CEO and senior leadership team with strategic decision-making and day-to-day operations
Operational Leadership and Strategy
· Assist in the development and execution of the operational strategy, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s mission and global objectives.
· Lead the development and execution of the global communications strategy to raise awareness, prayers and donations [outreach]
· Oversee the development of robust supporter acquisition and retention programmes that align with organisational needs [outreach]
· Ensure smooth collaboration and operational coordination between headquarters and country offices to achieve consistent performance and efficiency.
People and Leadership Development
· Foster a high-performance culture that aligns with the organisation’s Christian values, ensuring collaboration and commitment across teams.
· Lead, mentor, and develop the Outreach function, ensuring its effectiveness and capacity to deliver operational success.
Risk and Compliance Management
· Work with the International CEO and senior leadership team to assess and address emerging risks, especially in high-risk environments.
· Ensure operational compliance with industry standards, supporter requirements, and local regulations.
Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
· Ensure effective internal communication regarding organisational updates and progress, particularly concerning project functions.
· Work with the Deputy International Projects Officer and senior leadership team to maintain clear communication with external stakeholders regarding operational matters.
· Collaborate with the International Chief Executive Officer to ensure the alignment of external communications with the organisation’s mission and global objectives.
Person profile
· Leadership and Management: Strong leadership skills with experience managing large, diverse teams across multiple international locations. Demonstrated ability to lead through change and effectively manage organisational transformation.
· Risk and Compliance: Experience managing risk, including safety, security, and legal compliance, in international and potentially high-risk environments.
· Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels and represent the organisation both internally and externally.
· Project Management: While not directly responsible for projects, experience in supporting project operations and working closely with project teams to ensure seamless delivery of projects within the broader operational framework.
· Cultural Competence: Ability to lead and work effectively with diverse teams from different cultural and geographic backgrounds.
· Technology Proficiency: Strong understanding of digital systems, technology, and data management for international operations.
Educational Requirements:
· A degree in International Development, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
· Advanced qualifications (Master’s level or higher) in international development, business management, or a related discipline is preferred but not essential.
Work Experience:
· Minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in international operations, ideally within the NGO, humanitarian, or development sectors.
· Experience working in crisis, conflict, or resource-constrained environments with an understanding of the challenges of global operations.
· Demonstrated success in managing teams and ensuring organisational growth and stability in complex international settings.
· Strong experience in financial management, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with donor and legal requirements.
· Previous experience in working with or managing senior leadership teams in a global, multi-office structure is highly desirable.
Personal Qualities
· Bible-believing follower of Jesus: Demonstrates a personal commitment to discipleship and growing in faith. In good standing with their Church, actively participating in its life and community. Committed to affirming and signing Barnabas Aid’s Statement of Faith.
· Strong Leadership & Integrity: Able to lead with vision, decisiveness, and transparency, while upholding Christian values and organisational ethics.
· Emotional Intelligence & Resilience: Demonstrates empathy, self-awareness, and the ability to stay composed under pressure, supporting others in high-stress situations.
· Cultural Sensitivity & Global Mindset: Aware of and adaptable to diverse cultural contexts and global challenges, fostering inclusive and respectful environments.
· Collaborative Team Player & Diplomat: Builds strong relationships across teams and with external stakeholders, promoting cooperation and conflict resolution.
· Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Critical thinker with a solution-oriented mindset, capable of navigating complex situations and making informed decisions.
Barnabas Aid provides our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and to do their best work collectively and individually. Join us and you will find a friendly and vibrant workplace with a positive outlook on the future.
We aim to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their Faith.



ID: 1482 Payroll Officer
Service: Finance Department
Salary: starting at £32,425 FTE per annum, rising to £35,211 FTE per annum, inclusive of Inner London Weighting
Location: London – Head Office, N1 (Hybrid)
We typically work 2 days a week in the office. Our office space is wheelchair accessible.
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Permanent
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the
importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
The Finance department provides the complete finance function which includes payroll to the whole organisation overseeing all the 165 services across England, addressing all issues and processing payments to meet the demands of staff and external agencies.
We have recently implemented a new HR/Payroll system – itrent, reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for assisting and supporting with running the monthly payroll, dealing with starters, leavers, pension enrolments, opt outs etc. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll all-rounder to join our team. You will be involved in embedding our electronic timesheet system. There is a real opportunity to help stabilize the payroll function for the organization and complete our fully digital payroll service.
Main Responsibilities:
· To collate and check monthly payroll data for input to the payroll processing system
· To assist with running the monthly payroll, calculate pay, organise the workload and meet
monthly payment deadlines.
· Processing monthly Pension Auto enrolments, opt outs and queries
· Assist on monthly reconciliations and year-end reconciliations.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
- Relevant experience in payroll processing, computer literacy including competency in excel and a good understanding of computerised HR/Payroll (MHR - itrent) and accounting systems (SUN).
- The ability to input information quickly with attention to detail and prioritising work to meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively, performing pay calculations and communicate effectively with colleagues in HR, Finance and across Family Action.
- Understanding of payroll processes regarding employee pension and reporting requirements.
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
· Click the “Redirect to Recruiter” link above and fill out our digital application form
· Closing Date: 4 July 2025 at 23:59
Interviews are scheduled to take place from 14th -18th July 2025 virtually and face-to-face, with slots throughout the working day and early/late slots available.
For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email Sibojinithevi Sinnathamby.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.




Thrombosis UK is a small but impactful health charity focused on raising awareness, funding research, and supporting education around venous thromboembolism (VTE). With a team of just three staff and a dedicated Board, we are entering a transitional period and are seeking an Interim CEO to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and provide hands-on leadership while we recruit a permanent CEO.
This is a practical, sleeves-rolled-up role ideal for someone who is comfortable managing a small charity and supporting both strategy and admin. You’ll work closely with staff and trustees, maintain momentum across our programmes, and support stakeholder and beneficiary engagement. Fundraising and marketing experience are a plus.
While this is an interim post, applicants will be welcome to apply for the permanent CEO role when recruitment begins.
** NOTE Change to Closing Date, now: Sunday 22nd June 2025
We’re launching something special – and we need your leadership to shape it.
Taye Foundation is a brand-new charity founded by Transform Your Training, a nationally respected training organisation known for its trauma-informed, lived experience-led work. Taye Foundation’s mission: to create life-changing opportunities for people with lived experience to become qualified trainers, leaders and changemakers.
We’re looking for a Founding Charity Manager to lead this journey. You’ll:
• Establish strong governance
• Develop partnerships and secure initial funding
• Lead delivery of scholarships, mentoring and support
• Grow the Foundation into a nationally recognised platform for equity, inclusion and impact
Who we’re looking for:
• Proven experience in fundraising and income generation
• Strong partnership-building skills
• Hands-on experience in charity operations
• A collaborative leader with a passion for lived experience and systemic change
York-based with flexible remote working (2–3 days per week)
Salary: Starting £35,000 pro rata, with progression to Director/CEO role
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 14th July 2025
How to apply:
Please include your CV and a short cover letter or voice note explaining:
- Why this role excites you
- How you’d approach building the Foundation
- Your vision for the Director/CEO role
- Your availability and preferred working arrangement
We are passionate about the transformative power of training, promoting equity of learning through expert, tailored, engaging and values-led training

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The National Lottery Community Fund is looking for a proactive and detail-driven Facilities Officer to join our dynamic Workplace Facilities team. This role is part time, 3 days a week (flexible on chosen days).
Based in our Birmingham office, this role offers the chance to make a real impact—not just locally, but across our network of 10 offices throughout the UK. You’ll be part of a close-knit team of seven, spread across London, Birmingham, and Newcastle, working collaboratively to ensure our spaces are safe, efficient, and welcoming.
While your home base will be Birmingham, you’ll also have the opportunity to support and occasionally visit our offices in Belfast, Cardiff, Newtown, and Exeter. If you thrive on variety and enjoy a mix of health and safety compliance, building management, environmental support and hands-on facilities support, this could be the perfect fit for you.
The facilities officer role will be varied but some of the key responsibilities are:
- Supporting Health and Safety: Collaborate with the Health and Safety team to ensure a safe working environment for all colleagues—whether in the office, out in the community, or working from home.
- Data Management and Reporting: Collect and analyse health and safety data, identify trends, and provide insightful reports to the Facilities Manager to support continuous improvement.
- Intranet Content Management: Maintain and update the Workplace Facilities and Health & Safety intranet pages to ensure content is accurate, accessible, and relevant.
- Property Issue Resolution: Act as a point of contact for property-related concerns, liaising proactively with building managers and contractors to resolve issues efficiently.
- Sustainability Support: Assist in advancing the Fund’s commitment to achieving net zero by 2030 by working closely with the Environmental officer.
- Office Environment and Support: Help ensure the Birmingham office remains a welcoming and well-maintained space by monitoring stock levels and supporting the Facilities Assistant with meeting room setups and requests.
The ideal candidate will bring passion, commitment, and enthusiasm to delivering high-quality facilities support. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, along with the confidence to identify and suggest improvements across both facilities operations and health and safety practices.
Previous experience in a facilities role—particularly supporting a hybrid workforce of around 800 staff—would be highly beneficial.
Interview Date: Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th July – Face to Face, Birmingham
Location: Birmingham - There would be a requirement to be in the Birmingham office at least twice a week.
We have a frequently asked questions (FAQs) document which you can request, and will also be holding a briefing call on Monday 30th June at 12:30 if this is something you would like to attend, please refer to the recruiter website.
On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below
Essential criteria
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage and prioritise a diverse workload.
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualified
- Ability to analyse data and produce clear and concise reports, whilst being confident using Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work as a key team player, comfortable with liaising with numerous stakeholders from across different departments internally.
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of using and creating PowerBi dashboards to analyse data
- Positive attitude to continuous improvement and the changes required to make it happen.
- Ability to confidently engage with building managers and contractors
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
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About Us
At YMCA Trinity Group, we are committed to fostering a positive and rewarding work environment. We understand that the well-being and satisfaction of our staff and volunteers directly impact the quality of care and support we provide to our clients. We also value the vital contributions each individual makes in helping us achieve our mission.
The Role
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial leadership?
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive team. As the CFO, you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial future of our organisation, driving growth, and ensuring financial stability.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a qualified senior finance professional with:
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Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role
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Strong technical understanding of charity finance and compliance
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Excellent relationship-building skills with staff, auditors, trustees, and other stakeholders
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The ability to lead and mentor a high-performing finance team
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A values-led approach aligned with YMCA’s purpose and ethos
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strategic financial leadership, advising the CEO and Board on financial direction and policy
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Lead the organisation’s budgeting, planning and reporting processes
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Ensure legal, regulatory, and statutory compliance across all financial activities
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Manage and develop the Finance Team, embedding strong processes and financial controls
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Produce annual operating plans and oversee financial KPIs
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Act as Company Secretary for YMCA Trinity Group and its subsidiaries
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Lead relationships with external auditors and financial specialists (e.g. tax, VAT, payroll)
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Maintain strong engagement with the Trustees, the FRaC Committee, and the Executive Team
Why Join Us?
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5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance, plus a paid day off for your birthday (Pro rata)
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Competitive rates of pay and company pension (NEST Scheme)
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Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding
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Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
Interview Dates
Interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 17th & Friday 18th July 2025 in Peterborough.
Contact Us
For an informal discussion on the role, contact Jonathan Martin (contact details can be found on LinkedIn).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Business Support Manager to support the delivery of our new five year Strategic Plan.
This exciting new role will act as the bridge between our Operations and Central Services. It's a unique opportunity to shape how these functions work together to achieve our organisational goals more effectively. As this is a newly created function as part of our Transformation Programme, launched in June 2024, this role offers a high degree of autonomy and the opportunity to shape how this role develops.
This role will lead the Business Support function, working closely with the Operations Director team to ensure the smooth running of this UK wide operations function. You will oversee the provision and ongoing development of support services to enable TCV Operations teams throughout the organisation to focus on the core elements of operational delivery and development. The role will be responsible for looking for ongoing improvements in efficiencies and effectiveness, supporting innovation whilst balancing national consistency and adapting to local needs.
There is flexibility around the location of this role - you can be homebased or office based with some national/UK-wide travel. Our Head Office is in Doncaster.
To fulfil the role, you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
Connecting people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both.



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The Office and Services Coordinator (OSC) plays a vital role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across The Winch and Belsize Community Library. As the first point of contact, you will be responsible for delivering a warm and welcoming front-of-house experience for visitors, including children, young people, staff, tenants, and contractors. Your main responsibilities will include managing room hire bookings to ensure a positive customer experience, overseeing ordering supplies and managing equipment and handling queries, phone calls, and mail correspondence with professionalism. You will have general oversight of building maintenance and health & safety compliance, to create a safe, efficient, and wellfunctioning environment for everyone.
Please hold dates 8th & 9th July for possible interviews. Please ensure both CV and covering letter are submitted or the application will be rejected.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Commercial Operations, St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth
Location: Turnchapel, Plymouth (with travel across catchment area)
Salary: £70,000- £75,000 per annum
Hours: Up to full-time
Closing Date: 29 June 2025
We're looking for a resourceful, forward thinking and multi-skilled Director of Commercial Operations to join our Senior Management Team at St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth.
You’ll be leading one of the most vital elements of our future – growing and sustaining the income that allows us to deliver our compassionate end of life care and support, free of charge, to patients and their families.
This role offers a rare opportunity to combine strategic leadership, commercial acumen, and cause-driven work within a significant, well-respected, values-led charity that is steadfastly committed to the needs of our community in Plymouth and adjacent areas of Devon and Cornwall.
With annual operating costs of more than £13 million, St Luke’s employs around 300 clinical and non-clinical staff members, with crucial support provided by around 600 volunteers.
Your impact:
Supporting expert heads of department across Retail, Fundraising and Facilities, you will be at the heart of all our income-generation activities, with strategic and executive responsibility for:
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A thriving 23-shop retail estate and e-commerce platform (net income target: £1.2 million+)
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Innovative fundraising and legacy programmes (net income target: £3 million+)
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Overseeing our essential non-clinical operations, including estates, facilities, and hospitality
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Driving our green agenda and environmental sustainability initiatives
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Expanding commercial opportunities in line with our values and mission
What you will bring to St Luke’s:
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A track record of successful strategic leadership in a commercial or income-generating environment
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Deep understanding of retail, fundraising, or commercial business models
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Financial acumen and experience managing multi-stream income targets and profit and loss
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Commitment to environmental sustainability and social impact
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Inspirational leadership with a people-first, values-driven approach
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The agility to innovate and the integrity to lead with compassion
Why St Luke’s?
We’re more than a hospice – we’re a community. At St Luke’s you’ll find a collaborative, respectful, and passionate team driven by shared purpose.
As part of our Senior Management Team, you will influence how we support people at some of the toughest times in their lives and how we sustain that care for generations to come.
If you're a visionary leader ready to make a real difference – both commercially and compassionately – we want to hear from you.
We’re an equal opportunities employer
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We assess candidates based on skills, experience, and qualifications — not background or personal circumstances. As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Having a criminal record won’t necessarily bar you from employment; decisions are made based on role requirements and individual circumstances.
Closing date: 29 June 2025
1st Interviews: w/c 7 July 2025
2nd Interviews: w/c 14 July 2025
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We are seeking a new Finance and Administration Officer following the upcoming retirement of a long-serving team member. A key member of the SLA central office team, the Finance and Administration Officer plays a vital role in ensuring smooth financial operations and providing essential administrative support for our membership. In addition to administration support, this role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, book-keeping and effective day-to-day financial operations, producing financial reports using XERO and our CRM.
You will be experienced in financial and administration operations of a charity or similar , with an AAT qualification or matching worked experience. Familiarity with XERO will be an advantage. You will be able to bring understanding of cashflow and financial analysis of figure, working with accountants as required.
You will also have excellent customer service skills and be able to work effectively with all stakeholders from our members, to funders to suppliers. You will be determined and have an excellent eye for financial and administrative detail. Your duties will include general administration and:
Financial operations and record-keeping
- Manage day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate records of all SLA accounts and petty cash; book-keeping
- Process and record all incoming payments, including foreign cheques (into bank account)
- Monitor cashflow and expenditure, keeping track of spending
- Pay invoices upon approval and ensure timely monthly payments (e.g. pensions, HMRC)
- Handle creditor and supplier communications and resolve related issues
- Monitor and follow up on overdue payments with a focus on membership payments
Invoicing and income tracking
- Issue and track membership and subscriber invoices and reminders
- Keep office team informed of payment statuses
- Prepare sales, cost, and profit reports for SLA publications
- Conduct annual publications stock take
Payroll and reporting
- Liaise with the accountant on salary payments; process salary BACS payments
- Support year-end financial reporting by providing necessary documentation to accountants
- Produce regular financial reports and analysis as required
- Supporting preparation of budgets, working with accountants as required
Event financial administration
- Manage financial aspects of SLA events, particularly the annual conference (e.g., exhibitors, sponsors, and delegates)
- Process and record staff/trustee expense claims
- Support with bookings accommodation and travel for Board meetings
To be successful in this role you should demonstrate:
- Strong experience in financial and office administration
- Knowledge of accounting principles
- Experience of working with XERO or similar
- Experience of using CRM systems (ideally IMIS)
- Experience of working for a small charity and / or membership association
- Accuracy, numeracy, attention to detail
- Ability to manage own workload, prioritise and meet competing deadlines
- Excellent customer service manner
- Being a team player
The Association is a UK wide organisation, working mostly remotely. Working patterns can be negotiated and we welcome applicants from all over the UK. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. Each new role provides us with an opportunity for us to bring in a different perspective, and we are always eager to diversify our team. The SLA is committed to building an inclusive, supportive place, where you can do brilliant and rewarding work.
To apply please send a one page covering letter and CV with the job title in the subject line by 11th July. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. No agencies please.
Due to the volume of applications we cannot provide individual feedback. We really appreciate your interest. If you haven’t heard from us within one week of the deadline, it means we’ve moved forward with other candidates on this occasion. We encourage you to apply again in the future. Please note we may close recruitment early should the right candidate be identified.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Shape the Future of Home Care in Rural Perthshire.Lead a forward-thinking social enterprise delivering vital care services in rural communities
We are excited to announce an opportunity to establish and lead Heartland Cares Ltd, a start-up social enterprise, providing home care in rural Perthshire. We are seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer / Home Care Manager to shape and drive this innovative initiative. Working with an ambitious Board of Directors, and initially in the Rannoch and Dunkeld and Birnam areas, his role offers the chance to build a new and tranformative model of community-led care, enhancing services in remote rural areas.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of a high-quality home care service tailored to rural areas.
- Build, motivate, and manage staff and volunteers, ensuring excellence in care and service delivery.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and service delivery
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with local trusts, councils, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with Care Inspectorate standards and lead the registration process.
- Manage financial operations, including budgeting.
- Act as the spokesperson for the organisation, promoting its services to local communities.
- Report directly to the Board, ensuring alignment with the charity’s mission and governance requirements.
Why Join Us?
- Make a Real Impact: Shape a service that directly improves lives.
- Innovative Approach: Be at the forefront of community-led care solutions.
- Supportive Team: Work with a committed and passionate group of professionals.
- Career Growth: Lead a growing organisation with long-term potential.
- Beautiful Location: Enjoy working in the heart of rural Scotland.
Are you the right fit?
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with a passion for making a positive impact in rural, remote communities. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 7 practitioner qualification (meeting SSSC criteria) and have proven leadership experience in care services within community settings. Financial management and exceptional communication skills are essential, along with a good understanding of the unique challenges rural communities face in accessing health and social care services.
If you are committed to building an organisation that ensures people can receive care within their own communities, we would love to hear from you!
Application notes
To apply for this post please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than two sides of A4 outlining your reasons for applying and demonstrating how you meet the requirements set out in the Job Description. Please send this to the email found in the Job Pack (downloadable from this site).
Closing date for applications is midnight on Friday 11th July 2025.
Interviews: To be held at a mutually agreeable time shortly after the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £60,000 (more may be available for candidates with exceptional skills and experience)
Location: Wolverhampton
Contract: Full Time- 35 hours per week
Are you ready to lead a progressive, student-led charity into its next phase of growth and innovation? Our client is seeking a dynamic and values-driven CEO to provide strategic leadership, strong people management, empower student officers, and help them deliver an outstanding experience for their members.
About Them
Our client is an independent education charity led by, and for, students.
They work to support all aspects of student life for the 19,000 plus students studying at the University. Located in a friendly city, with a proud industrial and educational heritage, they are an ambitious and diverse organisation, committed to supporting every student at the University in achieving personal success.
They support students through a variety of services including academic representation, campaigns on issues that matter to them, advice and wellbeing services and supporting student communities. They also host a number of events throughout the year and operate a café and two bars on campus.
About the role
As CEO, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the strategic future of their organisation. You’ll work closely with the Board of Trustees and student officers to translate strategy into action and ensure they remain responsive to the evolving needs of students.
They're looking for a collaborative and inclusive leader who can build strong partnerships within the SU, across the University, and with external stakeholders. You’ll bring a proven track record of strategic leadership, financial oversight, and organisational development, ideally within a values-led or membership-based environment.
You’ll also lead a talented staff team, foster a high-performing, inclusive culture, and identify new opportunities to diversify their income and extend our impact. Importantly, you’ll be a visible and supportive presence for their officers and staff, helping them to lead with confidence and drive meaningful change.
The successful candidate won’t necessarily need to come from the Higher Education sector, but you must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the trends and issues that affect our students and sector. You’ll have a good understanding of charity governance, financial management and organisational development.
They offer an inclusive and fun work environment believe passionately in developing their people. They're also committed to ensuring their workforce reflects the diversity of the world and community they're based in. They respect everyone's individual identity and celebrate difference, and encourage applications from all candidates irrespective of background. They'd particularly welcome applications for the role from BAME candidates and those with a disability.
It’s a genuinely exciting time for them and they look forward to receiving your application.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Monday 7th July at 12pm
First Stage Interviews (Remote): Monday 14th July
Final Interviews (In-person): Monday 28th July
How to Apply
Please click 'Apply' to complete the application form. Please take some time to read through the recruitment pack before submitting your application.
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Do you share our dream of a UK where poverty is a thing of the past?
Founded in 2019, the Poverty Truth Network believes that this can only happen when those most impacted by poverty are at the heart of the movement to end it. Our specific contribution brings together people experiencing poverty with those with responsibilities for alleviating it. “Nothing About Us Without Us Is For Us.”
Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, we are recruiting for a Parliamentary Officer who will develop and coordinate effective links between the Poverty Truth Network and parliamentarians, promoting a relationally-based approach to policy development and legislation.
You will be a highly motivated person with a proven track record of developing and delivering strategies to influence policy and political stakeholders to achieve change, ideally within a parliamentary or government setting.
Key Tasks
- To develop, with appropriate input from the Director and Partnership Manager, the Network’s approach to engaging with parliamentarians (Politics Alongside) in line with its values and practices
- To ensure that Poverty Truth Commissioners are at the heart of the Network’s parliamentary engagement
- To develop and, where appropriate, establish links with UK and devolved Parliaments and governments to promote the work of the Network
- To coordinate and help to deliver parliamentary events on behalf of the Network, including mapping topics and attendees, working with other partners as appropriate
- To support the development of effective links with Combined Authorities and other devolved administrations
- To work closely with members of the Amplify Team to promote its groups proposals for change
- To support parliamentary engagement, including through written briefings, for the Network’s other national programmes, including Economics for All
- To work with the Communications and Learning & Evaluation Officers to promote and identify best practice to governments and parliaments
- To undertake other appropriate duties as requested by the Partnership Manager
This role involves working from home with some travel.
To apply for this role, please submit your CV with a cover letter that clearly shows you have the necessary skills and experience to do the job. The cover letter should be no more than 900 words. Include the names and contact details of two referees (at least one of whom knows you on a professional basis). The application deadline is 5pm on Friday 27th June. Interviews will be held online 14th/ 15th July.
Applications will only be considered from applicants who already have the right to work within the United Kingdom.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Legacy Group Consulting LTD are recruiting on behalf of Solar Aid for a Supporter Care Officer;
�� Location: North East London
�� Contract: Full Time, Permanent – 37.5 hours
�� Salary: £27,900pa to £29,700pa – depending on experience
�� Closing Date: Close of Business Thursday 26th June
Why this role matters
We are working with an amazing, international charity – Solar Aid where their mission is to light up every home, school and clinic in Sub – Saharan Africa by 2030, using safe, clean, solar power to recruit someone fantastic for this role.
This role isn’t just about tasks and responsibilities, it’s about joining a team where your voice is valued, your growth is supported, and your work genuinely makes a difference.
What you’ll be doing
As the Supporter Care Officer, you'll be part of wider fundraising team, reporting to brilliant Supporter Care Manager – a small but might team. You’ll be at the heart of helping deliver outstanding supporter care experience, assisting the smooth running of fundraising operations and smooth handling of non-supporter communications.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Making sure every supporter feels heard, valued, and appreciated
- Managing donation processes and supporter communications with care and efficiency
- Supporting the team with admin tasks that keep everything running smoothly
- Working closely with colleagues across teams to create a brilliant supporter experience
- Develop and refresh supporter journeys across engagement channels, working with Engagement and Digital teams
- Review and refresh “thank you” materials, communications and processes.
- Respond to supporter enquiries received by phone and email, acting as a first point of contact for supporters.
- Contribute to the integrity of the database by amending supporter details as necessary and recognising areas for improvement to support the Supporter Experience Manager with maintenance of the CRM.
What you’ll bring
We’re not looking for someone who ticks every box - we’re looking for someone who’s curious, committed, and ready to learn. If you’ve got the following, we’d love to hear from you:
- Experience in customer service, supporter care, or a similar rolerking knowledge of online fundraising
- Strong communication skills and a real empathy for people
- Good working knowledge of online fundraising
- Comfortable using databases, emails, and admin systems – they use Salesforce – if you have experience of this, would be advantageous
- A positive attitude and a willingness to pitch in
What’s in it for you
The chance to be part of an organisation that’s making tangible impact
- Supportive, inclusive team culture
- A working environment where new ideas and testing new things is strongly encouraged.
- Hybrid/flexible working options
- Opportunities for training, learning and growth
- 7% employer pension contribution
- 27 days’ annual leave
How to apply
If this sounds like your kind of role, we’d love to hear from you.
You can apply by sending your CV and a short cover note to Seema Choudhury at Legacy Group Consultancy LTD
If you are shortlisted for interview stage (it will be a 2 stage interview process – one informal chat during week commencing 30th June and one formal interview at the London office, likely to be week commencing 7th July
A note on equity
We actively encourage applications from people with backgrounds that are underrepresented in the charity sector. If you need any adjustments to take part in the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to ask - we’re here to make this accessible to everyone.
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