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Hours: Full-Time – 35 hours per week
Salary: £30,750 - £36,800 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Location: Birmingham
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We are looking for a Team Leader to lead our Street Navigator Service in Birmingham. You will be a competent communicator, with the ability to work independently, and possess excellent organisational skills. You should have experience of supervising workers, and you will also need to demonstrate experience and/or related skills in relation to enhancing services, ideally using innovative and collaborative approaches.
The is a particularly exciting time to join the team as this is a newly acquired service in implementation phase. You will therefore have the opportunity to design and lead on the new service, really putting your mark on it.
The Birmingham Street Navigator Service works with Birmingham citizens (single adults and/or couples 25 years old or above) with accommodation that are outdoors engaging in ‘street activity’ e.g. rough sleeping, begging, street drinking/drug using and other ‘social activities’. We provide intensive, wraparound support to help citizens back into their accommodation, reducing their level of street-based activity and associated anti-social behaviour, with the overall aim of reintegrating citizens into their local communities and reducing their reliance on the streets.
You will lead a team of Street Navigators working within a local multi-agency network, including outreach services, Community Safety teams, local BID teams, commissioned/non-commissioned accommodation providers, West Midlands Police and British Transport Police.
It is important that the service is available to our citizens when it is needed. Therefore, the team may be required to work outside of the conventional working week. Therefore as Team Leader, there may be occasional need to work evenings, weekends and on bank holidays.
For more details and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.
For further information about the role please contact Darren Nicholas (Assistant Director of Services).
Closing date: 13 October 2025.
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Head of Marketing (International Eye Care Charity, home based in the UK)
The Organisation
Our client is a UK-based international development healthcare charity supporting sight restoration and prevention of blindness. With a mission to provide high-quality, free eye care to underprivileged communities, the organisation has transformed the lives of millions. As it strengthens its presence in the UK, it is seeking a seasoned marketing leader to help grow its reach, deepen supporter engagement, and enhance its brand.
The Role
This is a senior-level opportunity for a strategic and hands-on marketing professional to lead content, campaigns, and digital engagement. The Head of Marketing will be responsible for growing brand awareness, managing multi-channel campaigns, and delivering high-quality communications that reflect the organisation’s mission and impact. The role involves managing a small budget and external agencies, while working closely with leadership to align messaging with key goals.
Key responsibilities include overseeing brand strategy and positioning, leading on email, web, social, SEO, and PPC, and delivering integrated campaigns—particularly during high-impact periods such as Ramadan. The role requires strong project management skills and the ability to evaluate campaign performance through analytics and KPI reporting.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced marketing leader with at least five years in the sector, including two or more in a managerial role. You will be well-versed in all areas of marketing, from content creation and digital marketing to branding and campaign execution. You’ll bring a strong track record of leading successful campaigns, managing budgets, and using data insights to drive performance. Prior experience and knowledge of the Islamic giving community and managing Ramadan campaigns will be a distinct advantage.
You should have a clear passion for humanitarian causes, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the cultural sensitivity required to work within faith-based environments. Knowledge of tools like Mailchimp, CRMs, analytics software, as well as familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and HTML/CSS would be advantageous.
Application Process
For further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
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Our partner is a well-respected advocacy INGO. They are seeking to recruit a Project Accountant to provide financial management support to project managers and their oversea offices.
Responsibilities
- Finance business partner to project teams and country offices, offering financial management support.
- Prepare project budgets, monitor expenditure and cashflows, and prepare management accounts, including variance analyses and supporting narrative reports.
- Grant management, compliance and reporting – preparing financial reports to donors, ensuring that these meet their requirements.
- Review the capacity of overseas offices, and support with capacity building as required.
- Ensure the integrity and operational effectiveness of project accounting procedures, developing, and maintaining these as required, and supporting and coaching junior staff as required.
- Supporting the broader finance team, including junior finance staff, in any ad hoc analysis, reporting and project work as required
Person Specification
- Qualified accountant, with at least 5 years of experience in accounting, an understanding of accounting & finance principles and management accounting & reporting.
- Experience of project accounting, grant compliance & management is desirable; an understanding of the grant compliance & reporting requirements of the EU and German government grants is desirable.
- Strong IT skills, including advanced MSExcel skills. Competence in SQL an advantage.
- Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate financial matters to non-finance staff.
- Quick learner, organised and flexible, able to meet tight deadlines.
- Fluent in English, with excellent spoken and reporting writing skills. Working knowledge of French or Spanish is highly desirable. Knowledge of German is not essential or required.
- Culturally sensitive
- Willingness to travel abroad.
This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant looking to get good grounding in project accounting & grant management within a large, complex INGO. For the right candidate, the organisation will offer sponsorship For those candidates outside of Germany, some relocation costs, including the cost of obtaining a permit (if required) will be covered.
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Finance Business Partner – Education Sector
Location: Peterborough area (regional travel required)
Salary: £45,000 – £52,000 + excellent pension
Contract: Full-time, permanent (Temp-to-Perm option considered)
A leading educational organisation in the Peterborough region is looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner to join their high-performing finance team. This is a varied and strategic role, combining the production of management accounts with genuine business partnering across a broad range of academic and non-academic budget holders. You’ll provide financial insight, analysis, and guidance to support effective decision-making and ensure resources are allocated efficiently and in line with statutory requirements. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in linking finance with curriculum planning and wider organisational strategy. The role does not include line management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, providing strategic financial advice that drives performance.
- Deliver accurate monthly reporting and insightful analysis to support decision-making at Executive and Leadership level.
- Produce management accounts, journals, and year-end support.
- Provide costing, cost analysis, and interpretation of complex financial data.
- Support budget holders with business cases and project-based financial planning.
- Ensure quality financial information is prepared for external stakeholders, including auditors and the ESFA.
About You:
- Fully qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or finalist.
- Experience in a Finance Business Partnering role, working with multiple cost centres and diverse stakeholders.
- Strong management accounting skills, with hands-on experience of journals and reporting.
- Skilled in cost analysis and interpreting complex data.
- Pragmatic problem solver with the ability to present financial insights clearly.
- Comfortable working across multiple sites in the region (with the possibility of 1 day per week remote working).
- Experience in the education sector is desirable.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected educational organisation in a fast-paced, supportive environment. You’ll work alongside high-calibre finance professionals and play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy.
Closing Date: Ongoing – early applications encouraged.
If this sounds like the right next step for you, please send your CV for immediate consideration.
Ivy Rock Partners is recruiting a Finance Business Partner for the world renowned King’s College London.
If, you are someone that would describe their key strengths as the below – it may be a fantastic opportunity for you:
- Solid management accounting experience and strong Excel skills.
- A curious, questioning mindset with excellent problem-solving ability.
- Someone who is confident in their communication skills and has high emotional intelligence – Who has the ability to work closely with very senior stakeholders, including the COO and Chief of Staff.
The role:
Are you ready to help make a significant impact in financial decision-making? As Finance Business Partner (FBP), you’ll be at the heart of supporting our key stakeholders with in-depth reporting; financial analysis; and insights. In your role you’ll support your stakeholders with strategic recommendations on pivotal financial decisions and offering advice that puts finance at the heart of decision making here at King’s.
This role will cover:
- Collaborative Partnering: You will work alongside various directorates to ensure financial targets are met. You will facilitate strategic decision-making within the areas you partner with.
- Financial Guidance: You will provide support and advice to academic and professional staff to ensure King’s operational and commercial programmes are managed financially well. This includes delivering high-quality analysis and clear communication through monthly reporting and everyday interactions.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across King’s Directorates, serving as the pivotal link between the Finance, Procurement, Strategic Planning and Analytics Directorate, and the areas you partner.
About You:
- Qualifications & Experience: You are a qualified Accountant with a strong background in management accounting, including setting up accounting and reporting frameworks. You have good experience in budget building & profiling; in monthly reporting and forecasting; and ensuring the integrity of our financial information.
- Analytical Excellence: You deliver regular reports and commentary to senior stakeholders, enabling them to make informed decisions.
- Curious and Enthusiastic: Bring a proactive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and a keen interest in continuous learning.
Based in Central London, you will work on-site two days a week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the rest of the week.
This pattern may change, so adaptability regarding work location is essential.
For more information about the role, please get in touch with Phil Southern.
Location: Home-based
Job Type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £33,256 - £36,951 per annum
Benefits: 27 days holiday bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), perk scheme access, life assurance, paid compassionate leave, enhanced sick pay, Cycling UK membership plus many more staff benefits
There’s never been a better time to join the team at Cycling UK! We have launched an ambitious new strategy – and we want you to be part of it. There are loads of reasons to love cycling, even if you’re not someone who cycles. From cutting pollution, to making us healthier and happier, cycling can help us all thrive.
We’re looking for a trusted and proactive business partner to join our team, playing a key role across all areas of the organisation. In this role, you’ll take ownership of end-to-end payroll delivery and reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and compliance for both internal and external stakeholders. You’ll also support the finance team with transactional processing, helping to deliver smooth month-end close and reliable financial reporting.
With the support of the Head of Finance, you'll contribute to strategic and financial decision-making, offering commercial analysis and insights that help drive the business forward.
Explore the attached job description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Complete the application form expressing why you are the right candidate for this opening. Focus on gearing your supporting statement to exemplify how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role, directly referring to the person specification. This enables the selection panel to assess your relative strengths against the specified criteria.
This role is a maternity cover fixed term-contract until 31 December 2026.
Applications close at 9:00am on the closing date shown
You may also have experience in the following: Finance Business Partner, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Officer
Finance & Payroll Officer, Finance & Administration Officer, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Officer, Payroll Manager, Payroll & Finance Officer, Payroll & Accounts Assistant, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Accountant, Payroll and Finance Officer, Assistant Accountant payroll, Finance Business Partner payroll
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Location: Imara Nottingham Office (Hybrid Working available)
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 (flexible working options available)
Salary: £53,000 pa
About the role:
As CEO, you’ll provide strategic leadership, ensuring our values of Acceptance, Seeking Justice, Creative Empowerment, Holding Our Ground, and Compassionate Commitment are at the heart of everything we do. Reporting to the Chair of Trustees, you will:
- Shape the long-term vision and strategy of the charity.
- Oversee operations, finances, partnerships, and service development.
- Advocate for children and families, raising awareness of the issues they face.
- Lead and inspire our team, building a culture of collaboration and creativity.
- Represent Imara externally, strengthening partnerships and supporting income generation.
About you:
We’re looking for an experienced leader with:
- Strong strategic, financial, and operational management skills.
- Charity sector knowledge (or transferable experience).
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Resilience and empathy when working with sensitive issues.
Why join us?
This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people. You’ll lead a passionate, supportive team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a vital local charity.
How to apply:
For more information about Imara and our work, please visit our website. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from survivors with lived experience. Closing date for applications is 12 midday on 31st October 2025, however we reserve the right to close applications early.
Benefits: We aim to provide a trauma informed approach to all employees and volunteers through the provision of Wellbeing days; flexible working; external clinical supervision; Employee Assistance Package (including alternative therapies); regular training and team days. In addition to this, we offer 25 days annual leave 8 bank holidays per annum (pro-rata)
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Team: Night Shelters
Location: On-site at Glass Door Night shelter venues in the boroughs of Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham or Wandsworth
Duration: 1 November 2025 to April 2026
Reporting to: Service Manager – Night Shelters
Shifts available:
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7:00pm to 7:15am
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7:00pm to 8:15am (driver)
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9:45pm to 7:15am
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9:45pm to 8:15am (driver)
Pay: £14.50 per hour, or £15.00 per hour when you are the designated driver for that shift.
Job Purpose
As an Overnight Homeless Shelter Worker, you’ll be part of a small, professional team running Glass Door’s night shelters between November and April. Working alongside at least one other staff member, you’ll be awake and engaged throughout the night, supporting up to 35 guests who are experiencing homelessness.
Your role is about creating a safe, calm, and welcoming space where guests can rest, feel respected, and be treated with dignity. You’ll build trust through friendly conversation, keep an eye on everyone’s wellbeing with regular checks, and step in when problems arise – from offering reassurance to someone in emotional distress, to calmly handling challenging behaviour, to calling emergency services if needed.
Most nights are steady and focused on guest support, but there can be moments of pressure. We’ll provide training so you feel confident and prepared. You’ll also help serve a light breakfast in the morning and ensure our equipment is packed and ready for the next night – with one of you driving the van back to base.
If you’re compassionate, calm under pressure, and committed to helping people move forward from homelessness, this role offers the chance to make a real and lasting difference.
Job Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
You’ll be part of the overnight team making sure our night shelters are safe, supportive, and welcoming spaces for everyone staying with us. This is an awake, overnight role, you will be alert and engaged for the whole shift. Your main responsibilities will include:
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Welcoming and supporting guests – Create a friendly, respectful atmosphere and build positive relationships with guests, volunteers, and colleagues.
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Staying alert all night – Carry out regular checks around the shelter (every 20 minutes) to make sure guests are safe, and comfortable.
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Responding to situations – Calmly manage any issues that arise, such as someone feeling unwell, experiencing emotional distress, or showing challenging behaviour. This may sometimes mean calling emergency services. Training will be provided.
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Keep the shelter safe and secure – Follow all safety, security, and health and safety procedures. This includes locking and unlocking doors and making sure the space stays tidy and free from hazards.
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Recording important information – Write clear, accurate shift reports and note any concerns or observations. Complete incident forms if needed.
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Supporting volunteers – Offer direction and guidance to volunteers on shift so everyone works well together.
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Enforcing behaviour expectations – Address situations where may display challenging behaviour, using a calm and respectful approach, conflict de-escalation training is provided for all staff.
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Packing and unpacking the van – unload equipment and supplies into the van at the start of the shift and repack at the end of the night. The allocated driver will return the van to base (driver shifts are paid for an extra hour).
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Restocking supplies – Keep an eye on essentials such as tea, coffee, and toilet paper, and restock from the van when needed.
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Preparing a simple breakfast – In the morning, help serve drinks, toast, and porridge, and make sure guests are woken from 6am so they can leave by 7am.
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Tidying and closing down – Gather equipment, pack it away, and ensure nothing is left behind.
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Training and meetings – Attend occasional in-person training sessions, team meetings, or other activities. From time to time, you may be assigned online training to complete while on shift.
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Work to a rota – Shifts will include evenings, weekends, and public holidays, so flexibility is important.
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Help with other tasks as needed – From time to time, you may be asked to help with other reasonable tasks that keep the night shelter running smoothly.
Person Specification
Essential
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A genuine commitment to providing a high standard of service and treating everyone with respect, kindness, and dignity.
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Confidence in handling challenging behaviour calmly and respectfully.
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Good communication skills, both spoken and written.
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The ability to carry out manual handling tasks such as moving supplies and equipment.
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For driver shifts: A valid driving licence for a manual vehicle and be willing to drive the Glass Door van.
Desirable
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Experience working with people experiencing homelessness or other vulnerable groups.
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The ability to speak another language, for example Arabic, Tigrinya, Amharic, Polish, Spanish, French, or Russian.
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A lived experience of homelessness.
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An understanding of, and commitment to, trauma-informed care.
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Relevant training such as first aid, fire safety, conflict de-escalation, or Mental Health First Aid.
Other
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Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check for adults.
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You’ll be expected to follow Glass Door’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
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A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of your work.
We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: London Hybrid
Closing date: 10th October
We’re excited to be working on a brand-new Fundraising Manager role with an amazing conservation charity that’s protecting endangered species and wild habitats across Africa and Asia.
You will play a key role in building and managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals, charitable family trusts and foundations, and corporate partners. From identifying prospects and developing tailored proposals, to making personal asks and delivering excellent stewardship, you’ll lead the full supporter journey.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in high-value fundraising who’s ready to take the next step. Whether you’re looking to build on existing skills or take ownership of a growing income stream, this role offers the chance to shape strategy, lead on relationship development, and make a real impact.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Proven experience in fundraising from high-net-worth individuals or family trusts and foundations or corporates
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire through storytelling
- A collaborative approach and the ability to work independently, manage deadlines and deliver high-quality proposals
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please give us a call and ask to speak to Emma quoting reference 2701EI.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector — you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.
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We are looking for a highly engaging Volunteering and Community Partnerships Manager to lead and grow on the recruitment, development and retention of our pool of volunteers. You will work across the team to ensure all volunteers are well-supported, feel valued, and are making meaningful contributions to the charities mission. You will also plan and organise a calendar of fundraising and community events for the charity.
Step-Out Mentoring is an early intervention mentoring organisation that provides support for children and young people in the heart of South London through outdoor based 1:1 mentoring and group workshops. We work with children and young people aged 8-18 who are disengaged with education and/or life, referred to our service from Social care, GP’s, Mental health services and schools. Our mentors are all volunteers from the community who are trained to become youth mentors and matched to young people for weekly mentoring sessions.
Our mission is to equipe young people with the skills and emotional resilience to thrive in life. We provide a safe environment for disengaged children and young people to work through their challenges and reconnect with the community.
As a small and growing charity our staff team are embedded in all aspects of the work we do so it is encouraged that all staff engage in the activities with the young people including trips, residentials, mentoring and workshops.
You will be leading on ensuring the charity has a steady stream of passionate volunteers and will be able to provide excellent support for them as they start their journeys of mentoring young people. You will also be leading on organising a yearly events calandar of community events and fundraisers. Which would include a Live Music event, expedition challenge (e.g hiking up mount Snowdon) plus family freindly fun days. You will be joining a small and dedicated team that works from our youth centre in Camberwell.
For more information please read our Job description.
We provide support to young people through outdoor based mentoring and group sessions.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a dynamic Director of Professional Activities to lead Education and Conferences & Events portfolios – the organisation’s primary revenue streams and most visible platforms for impact.
Remote | Full-time | Global impact
Salary: £58,000
In this newly created senior leadership position, you will reshape the education department, develop innovative learning products, and oversee the delivery of large-scale international conferences (4,000+ delegates). As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure programmes are strategically aligned, financially sustainable, and operationally excellent.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead education and event strategy, innovation, and delivery
- Develop new professional learning offerings (e.g. micro-credentials, global training)
- Oversee major conferences, hybrid/virtual events, and delegate engagement
- Manage budgets, drive revenue growth, and mitigate risk
- Mentor and develop senior staff, building a high-performing team
- Represent the organization internationally and build strategic partnerships
About You
- Senior leadership experience in education, events, or membership organizations
- Proven ability to deliver large-scale programmes and conferences
- Strong commercial and financial management skills
- Innovative, strategic thinker with excellent communication skills
- Global mindset and willingness to travel
This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible impact on a global stage, shaping education and events that influence thousands of professionals worldwide. You will join a mission-driven organisation committed to advancing knowledge, building capacity, and supporting professional development across borders.
A global outlook and willingness to travel internationally (as required) are essential.
For more information, please submit your CV to .
Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Harris Hill is delighted to be working with Futures for All to recruit their new Head of Corporate Fundraising – a pivotal role in driving ambitious income growth.
Salary: £56,900 rising to £61,548 after 1 year
Location: Remote (UK) or hybrid from London (SE1)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Reporting to: Director of Fundraising
Futures for All believes every young person deserves the chance to explore their ambitions, access high-quality work experience, and successfully step into the world of work. By levelling the playing field, they help young people build brighter futures while enabling employers to diversify recruitment and create lasting social impact.
About the role
With a new Director of Fundraising in post for 18 months, the team is now ready to grow income further. Corporate fundraising is a key focus, with over 200 companies already engaged and a £150,000 annual target (and growing).
This senior role will shape and deliver corporate strategy, lead on building six-figure partnerships, and grow a team, including line management of a Corporate Fundraising Manager.
Key responsibilities
- Develop and deliver an ambitious corporate fundraising strategy.
- Win and grow multi-year, six-figure partnerships.
- Steward 200+ corporate supporters.
- Line manage and develop a Corporate Fundraising Manager.
- Influence strategy at senior level, reporting directly to the Director.
- Work flexibly – remote or hybrid, with London office attendance ideal once a week.
About you
They seek an experienced and confident corporate fundraiser with a strong track record of securing and managing significant partnerships. Strategic, collaborative and creative, you’ll be ready to seize this opportunity to deliver real impact for young people.
Deadline: Monday 6th October.
Interviews: Week commencing 13th October.
For a full job description and details on how to apply, please contact Hannah at Harris Hill on
Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.
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Job description
The Hospitality Assistant role at the Northampton Students’ Union is focused on delivering high-quality bar and catering services while offering flexibility to support retail operations when required. This role involves preparing and serving drinks, assisting with food orders, maintaining a clean and organised service area, and ensuring stock levels are managed effectively. Hospitality Assistants will provide excellent customer service to students and staff, handle cash and card transactions, and follow all health and safety guidelines. They will also help create a welcoming environment, support event setups, and take part in promotions or themed nights. This is a great opportunity for students to gain experience in a fast-paced, customer-facing role within a vibrant campus setting.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- To flexibly work within the commercial outlets of the Students’ Union with a focus on Uniexpress, The Art Shop and Engine Shed Café & Bar.
- To ensure the smooth running of events hosted by the Union, supporting with setting up, presenting, and clearing away.
- To provide a high level of customer service to staff, students and external stakeholders.
- To Operate to the organisation’s standard opening and closing procedures.
- To prepare refreshments and support catering and retail staff where necessary.
- Cash handling and operating tills in a retail environment, on campus or at an event.
- Ensure deliveries are received in accordance with company procedures.
- To organise stock and retail displays according to planogram.
- To be able to help cover absences, jump into different roles and support whereas required, flexibility is essential.
- To be able to help cover absences, jump into different roles and support whereas required, flexibility is essential.
- Preparing alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.
- Checking customers identification and age verification where applicable.
- Maintaining a clean and organised front of house area, including quickly responding to spills and other health and safety hazards to meet the highest standards and ensure that all customer interactions result in a safe, enjoyable experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our Client is an astounding group of professionals who believe that people's sight matters. They have ambitious growth plans to increase the investment they are able to make in life changing eye health by supporting the work of Moorfields Eye Hospital and its academic partner UCL and funding innovative research, equipment, patient care and training through the delivery of innovative programmes of fundraising work. The team is looking to appoint a Development assistant, and Prospectus is leading the search.
Development assistant
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Permanent
Hybrid
£27,007 - £29,191 per annum
The Development assistant will play a vital role in supporting the charity's ambitious fundraising programme at a pivotal time of growth and transformation. Working closely with the Director of development and communications and the wider philanthropy team, the postholder will manage varied responsibilities, including providing administrative support, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations and contributing to key projects supporting the delivery of high-quality supporter stewardship and major fundraising initiatives.
The successful candidate will bring excellent organisational and project management skills, the ability to prioritise effectively, and confidence in building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. You will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and demonstrable experience working to deadlines in a busy environment. While previous experience in a charity, fundraising, or membership organisation is desirable, what matters most is your enthusiasm, initiative, and commitment to the charity's mission.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and experience with a friendly, collaborative, and ambitious team raising vital funds for transformational work in eye health.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at .
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Sands offers support to anyone affected by the death of a baby.
Our volunteers are incredible! They run peer support, community-based activity, build relationships with hospitals, run football teams, cheer at events and much more. Putting them first and enabling the activity they deliver is the primary goal of the Community and Volunteering Team.
Local peer-led bereavement support is a core part of what we do here at Sands. This is primarily delivered by Support Groups and Sands United football teams run by dedicated volunteers right across the UK, most of whom are bereaved themselves. There are 84 Groups and 40 Sands United team across the UK who provide safe and welcoming spaces to be there for each other.
This is a high-profile and exciting new role which is responsible for ensuring that anyone affected by baby loss or the death of a baby has the chance to access Sands peer led activities in Scotland, promoting sport and activities for health, wellbeing and support services and groups, ensuring that all sections of the community are aware of available activities and where they can go to be part of the community.
We are looking for successful, demonstrable experience of working with minoritised communities and a good working understanding of the barriers people experience accessing bereavement support and care in statutory, health and community settings.
With experience of coordinating volunteering programmes on a regional or national basis, you will be passionate and knowledgeable about the potential for volunteering within the charity sector.
You will have excellent communication skills suitable for a range of different audiences and environments, with significant experience of volunteer management and relationship building.
Additionally, you will have experience of working with marginalised communities together with an understanding of the barriers to accessing bereavement support that these communities encounter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.