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The Diocese of Coventry represents the Church of England in Coventry and Warwickshire. With a network of 200 parishes, there is a Christian presence in every local community. There is a rich variety of people and traditions, which are united in our shared mission of "worshipping God, making new disciples, transforming communities".
The Coventry Diocesan Board of Finance Ltd (DBF) manages the financial affairs and hold the assets of the Diocese and its associated entities as well as managing activities to serve and equip these parishes through various activities and projects.
The Finance & Governance team handle all matters concerning Diocesan and Cathedral finance including the administration and collection of parish share, paying invoices and expenses, budgeting, annual statutory, management accounts, clergy stipends, staff salaries, advice to parishes on parochial finance matters.
This role covers the full range of work in an accounting system dealing with input to and output from all ledgers with specific responsibility for the administration of parish shares and fees including the issuing of regular statements to parishes. The purpose is to ensure that the accounting system has accurate and timely financial data which is available to those who require it either for decision-making or for external reports and accounts.
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JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PAYROLL OFFICER
The Payroll Officer will undertake end-to-end payroll administration tasks and work within an agreed control framework and in line with agreed monthly timetables and service levels to deliver payroll processing for all relevant payrolls.
Core Responsibilities
- Act as a first point of contact for payroll-related queries from individuals (staff, clergy etc.) and customers (NCIs HR, dioceses, Bishops' offices etc.
- End-to-end payroll processing for all relevant payrolls (starters, leavers, changes, variance checking etc.).
- Responding to enquiries (by phone, email, online) from payees and payroll customers (NCIs, dioceses, Bishops' offices etc.) on a timely basis, demonstrating high levels of customer service.
- Administration of overpayment process and death in service process.
- Undertake payroll processing tasks including PAYE, NI, student loans, childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, parental leave, statutory payments, court orders, GAYE, other personal deductions, and tax year start/tax year end etc
- Provision of information for internal and external audit processes as required.
- Proactive and strict management of the payroll cut-off deadlines, including sending email reminders.
Key Role Requirements
- This is a hybrid role with the expectation to work from the office (Church House, London or The Old Brewhouse - Bishopthorpe, York) 1 day per week on Tuesdays.
You will need to be/have:
- Experience of working within a payroll environment using computerised payroll systems.
- Experience of dealing with a large and varied customer base.
- Experience of working in a collaborative, team environment.
- Familiar with basic UK payroll legislation.
- Level 3 National Payroll Certificate or similar (e.g CIPP) (Desirable).
- Experience of using Oracle HCM Cloud (Desirable).
- Up to date knowledge of IOM (ITIP and IOM NI) and Channel Island payroll (SI Soc Sec) legislation (Desirable).
- Very good numerical skills, able to undertake calculations with confidence and spot errors.
- Good IT skills, with accurate and quick data entry/ keyboard skills.
- Confident, polite, service-orientated approach, able to offer excellent customer service.
- Able to identify priorities and plan and organise daily work routines.
- The ability to work well and effectively under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER
Your Salary
- A salary of £34,801, plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate direct marketing professional, or someone with relevant transferable skills, to join us as our new Direct Marketing Fundraiser.
This is an exciting time to join the fundraising team with significant growth across multiple income streams, including individual giving. This role will be integral to developing our individual giving programme to support the growth and sustainability of our income, whilst also driving supporter engagement. You will be responsible for the hospice’s direct mail campaigns and maintaining and developing strong relationships with donors to maximise income generation. You will be involved in a range of individual giving activities including regular giving, appeals and lottery.
You will have excellent communication skills, being able to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers and supporters and will work closely with our Communications and Marketing team. We are looking for someone with an eye for detail, strong organisational abilities and a track record of delivering projects on time.
Based at our state-of-the-art children’s hospice just outside Maidenhead, this role is a brilliant opportunity for someone to add value to a growing fundraising team. If you are passionate about raising money to help, make our services available to all families that need us and will reflect our core values in all that you do, we would love to hear from you.
As well as a competitive salary, we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, access to a pension scheme as well as private medical insurance and life assurance. You will also have free on-site parking and will benefit from an Employee Assistance Programme.
We provide specialist care and support to children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and their families, across Berkshire




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As a CRM Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and user satisfaction of our CRM system. You will provide day-to-day support to users, assist with system maintenance, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our CRM processes. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys problem-solving, and is passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution.
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 7th May 2025
Interview date(s): TBC. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may take place on a rolling basis ahead of the closing date.
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.





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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join Our Team as a Fundraising Coordinator
Location:
Leatherhead, Surrey
Salary:
£25,500 per annum (pro-rata) plus benefits
Hours:
37.5 Hours (full time) or 30 hours (part time) per week
Contract:
Full time or Part-time, Permanent
Driving Requirement:
A valid full UK manual driving license is essential.
Essential Criteria
To be considered for this position, you will have experience in at least two of the following areas:
- Fundraising Supporter Care
- Working within a fundraising team
- General charity administration
- Legacy administration
- Community fundraising events and activities
- Good written and verbal communication
- Ability to build strong and effective relationships
About You
Are you someone who truly enjoys delivering excellent customer service and building strong, loyal relationships with charity supporters?
We are seeking an experienced administrator who can deliver timely and efficient support to the fundraising, engagement and volunteering teams. You will demonstrate an eye for detail, a positive and friendly manner, as well as innovative ways to ensure an exceptional supporter experience.
What will you be doing?
As a Supporter Care Officer, you'll be the charity’s expert in supporter care, managing donor enquiries and processing of financial gifts (whether online, over the phone or by post). You’ll oversee a varied and interesting workload from supporting the department with general administration duties and carrying out legacy administration, to supporting with fundraising events/activities and writing engaging thank you letters.
About Us
Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!
We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people to find paid employment for the very first time.
SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.
Safer Recruitment
SeeAbility is committed to safe and fair recruitment practices, safeguarding and protecting those who we support. It is a condition of employment that perspective employees will be subject to the following:
- A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
- Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
- Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered.
- References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults.
These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’ s expense.
Diversity
We actively seek to attract and retain talent from diverse backgrounds, recognising that a wide range of perspectives strengthen our teams. In exceptional circumstances, the role is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.
SeeAbility encourages applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those with a disability. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated their opinion valued.
Why work for us?
Our colleagues at SeeAbility are extremely valued, and so they have access to a fantastic package of benefits.
Your development and appreciation
- Fully paid essential training inc. Care Certificate
- Funded professional qualifications –QCF levels 2-6 available (valued at £3,000+)
- Annual excellence awards
- Long service awards every 5 years and recognition
- Development Discussions: Opportunity to discuss your progress and your future
- Leadership development academy for the next steps in your career
Your work-life balance
- 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), increasing to 36 days with long service (1 extra day for each year of service)
- Life events: Time off when you need it most
- 2 weeks Organisational Sick Pay after 6 months service, increasing to 12 weeks over your first 3 years
- Enhanced Family-Friendly Pay
- Paid Fertility Leave
- Carers Leave available
- Flexible Working: We are up for anything that works for your team and the wider organisation
Your money goes further
- £500 monthly bonus scheme for two lucky colleagues
- Enhanced overtime rates for working bank holidays and weekends
- Driving lessons support scheme to help home colleagues get on the road
- Eligible to join for Blue Light Card discounts (Cost to join)
- Discounts and cashback at hundreds of shops, restaurants and activities through our SeeAbility Benefits Hub
- Discounted entertainment through Tickets for Good
- Pay reviews and commitment to pay competitive rates
- Employer contributory pension scheme: Support and tools to help you make the right decisions about your future
- Refer a friend and receive £600
- Paid DBS and renewals
- Season ticket loans
- Access to the Wagestream App to be able to advance wages before payday, save money with competitive interest rate and support your financial knowledge and wellbeing
Your wellbeing counts
- Snacks and hot drinks fund to support keeping home colleagues fuelled and energised throughout the day
- Inclusive opportunities for colleagues to socialise through our Colleague Connection Fund
- 2x annual salary Life assurance
- Free 24/7 employee assistance programme for advice and support
- Free eye test
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Dedicated in house Wellbeing Coach for your team
Our mission is to champion and deliver ambitious support and preventative services alongside people with learning disabilities, autism and sight loss,

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Birmingham Cathedral is a beautiful building with a wonderful community of worshippers, volunteers and staff. We are inspired by a strong sense of social justice, a passion for supporting those who are marginalised within the city and a commitment to celebrating all that is wonderful in our diverse city and diocese. We strive for our Cathedral to be fully representative of the richly diverse communities we serve, and have an unwavering desire to share God’s love, and the good news of Jesus Christ in a spirit of service.
Birmingham Cathedral demonstrates daily its attraction as a house of prayer to the people of the city and its international visitors. Alongside daily worship, enriched by the Anglican choral tradition, the Cathedral hosts diocesan, regional and national events and is responsive to immediate community needs for celebration and lament. With growing confidence and newly refurbished Burne-Jones windows, the Cathedral has a clear vision and strategy. The Cathedral’s strategic plan focusses on three priorities: Pray, Serve and Grow and gives Birmingham Cathedral a clear sense of purpose and direction.
The Fundraising Manager will be instrumental in supporting the wider team with our fundraising efforts. They will work closely with the Senior Management Team and the External Relations department along with the wider cathedral community. The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for trust and grangt funding applications as well as identifying new potential sources of income.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Experience in a Fundraising / Development role.
Demonstrable capacity to raise funds from trusts and foundations.
Exceptional communication skills, together with a confident and professional approach.
Must be self-motivated whilst understanding the importance of working as part of a team.
Sympathetic towards and supportive of the mission and values of the cathedral.
High level of administrative competence and comfortable handling and reporting on financial information.
The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with a range of people including cathedral colleagues and external organisations.
Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
Experience of working towards and delivering against an agreed financial target.
Empathy with the ethos of the Church of England.
Birmingham Cathedral is a Christian Church of the Anglican Communion and the seat of the Bishop of Birmingham. As the Church of England cathedral chur

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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
WHY WORK FOR US?
At the BPNA, we value a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work culture. The BPNA is a medium sized charitable organization (income £1,000,000+) with big ambitions, and we work closely together to make an impact.
You'll join a welcoming team that values mutual respect, flexibility, and work-life balance. We believe in continuous learning and career progression. As a member of the BPNA team, you'll have access to ongoing training opportunities and support for professional development, ensuring that you can grow both within this role and across future career aspirations.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will be responsible for the financial management and reporting of the organisation. You will
also lead on the charity’s year-end accounts ensuring that financial statements are prepared in line with the latest SORP requirements, and liaising directly with the organisation's external auditors.
The main purpose of this role is to:
- Manage the accounts department to run efficiently and effectively.
- Ensure sales and purchase ledgers are accurate and up to date, other income is recorded accurately, profit and loss reports provided monthly and management reports are provided quarterly and end-of-year is completed on time.
- Manage banking arrangements to make supplier payments, collect income through direct debits and online payment gateway.
Candidates must have the Right To Work in the UK
Please note since job post there has been a update on the salary pay linked to 3% inflation increase. More details can be given at interview.
£45,829 per year full time equivalent. Pro rata between £14,798 & £19,731. Annual increment increases are subject to satisfactory performance.
Email your CV and a separate cover letter about why you are suitable for the role.
The cover letter should be no more than 2 A4 size pages.
Closing date: Friday 9 May 2025
We will request interviews to be held at our Bolton office on Tuesday 20 May 2025 if suitable candidates apply.
Please do clearly inform us if for some reason you can’t make that date.
To create a world where every child and young person with a neurological condition can access the care and support they
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
KEY INFORMATION
Location: Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Hybrid - minimum of 2 days per week in the office)
Start date: July 2025 (we are happy to work with you and your notice period)
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £29,150 per annum if based in London. £26,575 per annum if based in Manchester, Nottingham, Newcastle or Bristol, plus a £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance.
Application deadline: 12 noon, Friday 23rd May 2025
ABOUT UPREACH
Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects?
upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2.
We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from lower socioeconomic backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment.
To find out more about how we support our students, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Student Administration Officer will work with the Associate facing Programmes team to support the successful delivery of the upReach programme, focused on the programme operations of onboarding new Associates.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
You will contribute to upReach's mission by working with our programme team to facilitate the onboarding of new Associates. You will be responsible for key processes and tasks on the Associate Tracking System, to enable upReach to deliver effectively and to meet objectives and key results (OKRs). These include:
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Associate Tracking System: steward applicants through the pipeline; confirm student eligibility; answering applicant and Programme Coordinator queries; track and report on pipeline progress; help Programme Coordinators with reporting on programme application progress;
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Ensuring our communications to applicants and prospective applicants are accurate and effective including email templates and call scripts;
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Assisting the student attraction team to deliver effective campaigns promoting our programmes;
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Assisting with other programme delivery activities as needed;
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Researching process improvement projects as needed.
Please note it is not possible for the job description to cover the exhaustive list of responsibilities of your role due to the varied nature of the role. The job description aims to provide an overview of your remit.
COLLABORATION AREAS
Collaboration is a key part of upReach’s culture, and as a Student Administration Officer you’ll have the opportunity to work with a range of teams across our organisation, including:
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Programme Coordinators - coordinating the onboarding of each Associate.
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Fundraising & Partnerships - meeting the onboarding expectations of our funder / partner relationships.
VALUES
At upReach we uphold the following values for our team and volunteers, and will be looking for candidates who display these in our application process:
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Advocacy: We expect those involved with upReach to be advocates for everyone realising their full potential, regardless of social background.
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Aspiration: We empower our Associates to aim high and achieve their ambitions.
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Integrity: We expect everyone involved with upReach to work collaboratively and with honesty, and to fulfil their commitments.
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Perseverance: We are adaptable when overcoming challenges, and encourage Associates to persevere similarly.
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Proactivity: We are proactive in our work, and inspire Associates to demonstrate this too.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate for Student Administration Officer will bring with them the following skills:
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Attention to detail
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Planning and organising
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Proactivity and Perseverance
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Communication
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Collaboration
To be successful in this role you will bring with you the following experience:
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Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload;
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Solid communication skills with the ability to communicate with students, team members and partners either in writing or verbally;
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The ability to learn quickly how to utilise a range of tools, including Excel and Google suite;
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and working independently to find solutions to problems;
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Self-motivation and an ability to work in a small team as well as independently;
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Commitment to social mobility - Knowledge of the UK social mobility landscape, and demonstrates a willingness to deepen their knowledge.
Desirable:
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Experienced in confidently contacting applicants and resolving their queries over the phone.
TEAM CULTURE AND BENEFITS
By joining the upReach team, you will be joining a team who are committed to supporting you in your career journey and fostering an inclusive culture.
We offer:
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Flexible and hybrid working.
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Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days and bank holidays. This increases to 2 additional days after 2.5 years and then to 3 additional days after 5 years of working with us.
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Birthday leave and volunteer leave
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Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members.
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3% Pension Contribution, this increases to 5% after 5 years of working with us.
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Cycle-to-work and tech buying schemes.
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Monthly socials.
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Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aid Training and annual Wellbeing Days
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Personal Development Budget, activated after 6 months in the role.
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The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks:
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Disability and Inclusion Network
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Diverse Roots Network
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Green Network
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LGBTQ+ Network
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Mindfulness Network
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Parents and Carers Network
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Socio-economic Background Network
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READY TO APPLY
We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.
Applications close at 12 noon, Friday 23rd May Early applications are encouraged as we will be scheduling interviews on an ongoing basis.
Equal Opportunities
At upReach, we are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, social background or any other protected class. We celebrate and value the diverse perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our team. We are passionate about creating a workplace that is inclusive and reflects the diversity of communities across the UK. Diversity in the workplace creates dynamic and effective organisations and we are actively working to build a more inclusive workforce by continuously improving our recruitment, retention, and development practices. We encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, those with disabilities , those who are care-experienced, those from low socio-economic backgrounds, and those who are LGBTQIA+.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Membership and Marketing Assistant to join our team. If you are passionate about books, accessibility, and know your way around a range of social media channels, we'd love to hear from you.
About Listening Books
Listening Books is a UK charity providing an audiobook lending service to children and adults who cannot access printed books due to illness, disability, learning or mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression.
About the role
Listening Books provides membership across the UK, with a subsidised membership fee of £25 per year for individuals, and free membership to those who cannot afford to pay a fee. The service is provided directly to individuals, but also through working with hospices, children’s hospitals, care homes and schools.
The Membership and Marketing Assistant will work within the Membership and PR team to help expand awareness of the charity’s work and increase membership in line with the PR and Marketing Strategy.
The Person we are looking for
We are looking for someone with a passion for books and accessibility, who will enjoy the opportunities and challenges of working in a small organisation.
This role is mainly focused around maintaining our social media accounts, using these tools to grow and engage our membership, so you’ll enjoy creating appropriate content and interacting with people online. Regular tasks include running an online book group and hosting author interviews, writing blogs, creating partnerships with other charities (for online activities, sharing of information etc) and helping the membership team with designing leaflets, posters and other content.
As this is a part time role (21 hours per week), you’ll need to manage and divide your time consistently and effectively to meet your recruitment and marketing objectives. Excellent time management is essential. You’ll have a good understanding of social media best practices and awareness of accessibility standards for content creation, as well as being equally comfortable speaking to members and partners on the phone, online or in person.
The ideal candidate will have a friendly, can-do attitude, excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn and improve their skills, as well as a desire to help more people access books. In return, we can offer you 20 days holiday (pro-rata and rising with service), as well as a generous pension scheme. This is a part time role, and working hours can be flexible, within reason, to fit around parenting, caring responsibilities or other lifestyle choices.
We believe that books should be accessible to everyone.

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As Senior Finance Officer, you will play a vital role at World Heart Beat, ensuring the effective day-to-day management of finances, financial administration, and bookkeeping, as well as informing future business planning. You will work with key personnel across the team, providing guidance and leadership in relation to budget management and financial information to support funding applications and stewardship. You will also provide excellent reporting to support the Executive and Board.
It is an exciting time for the charity, following the opening of World Heart Beat Embassy Gardens in 2023, our second site for music teaching, which includes a café, concert hall and recording studio. The operation of two sites has increased our activities and overheads, making the Senior Finance Officer role even more crucial. We have also established a CIC through which new earned income streams are channelled. The Senior Finance Officer will have the opportunity to develop and shape financial processes and contribute to forward planning.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Family Support Worker (12 months FTC)
Salary: £30,944 - £31,004 per annum
Team: Family Support Team
Hours: 37.5 hours per annum
Location: Christopher’s
About Shooting Star Children’s Hospices
We have an exciting opportunity for a family support to join our Family Support Team at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or whose child has died. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, we support families across Surrey, north-west London and south-west London from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.
About the role
Family Support Workers (FSW) are the frontline of our psychosocial care. Each FSW holds a caseload of end-of-life and bereaved families. They get to know their families, and check-in regularly with phone calls and home visits and can provide enhanced emotional support where required through more regular contact and interventions. Our FSWs inform families about the different psychosocial care and many services they can access at Shooting Star, assess their needs and make recommendations to our specialist psychosocial MDT. They work hard to support families of different ethnicities and families living in poverty, so that our service is as equitable as possible.
Our FSWs work closely with our Therapists, Counsellors, Social Workers, Transition Team and our Care Events Team. Weekly specialist psychosocial MDT meetings bring the team together to think of ways to help families in crisis. The work is varied and creative, taking place at the hospices, in family homes and hospitals, allowing the support to be where the families need it. Our Family Support Workers are hugely appreciated by the families we support.
The ambition of our strategy is to ensure every family affected by a life-limiting condition, or the sudden death of a child, has access to the specialist care that they need. Day to day duties are:
- Being part of the duty rota over both sites monitoring 3 email inboxes and answering the Family Support Line.
- Supporting the events team with admin tasks and attending various events
- Providing on the spot emotional support, sometimes in a crisis where a calm and empathic response is required.
- Support the in-house team with families staying at Christopher’s for assessed nights and end of life care.
- Attend various sites over the course of a week, hospice, hospital, family homes. Planning your own diary effectively.
- Building connections with families from different backgrounds, delivering culturally competent care.
- Acting as an ambassador for Shooting Star’s Specialist Bereavement Service, supporting other care team members with their learning and delivery of the bereavement pathway, and continually seeking ways to improve quality.
About you
This role requires experience of working with children and families who have experienced hardship, presenting with complex needs. You should have a calm positive manner, be consistent in your approach, and convey empathy whilst maintaining professional boundaries.
Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.
What we offer
In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:
Pension scheme
- NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributions
Annual leave
- 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service
- 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years’ service
Contractual benefits
- Generous sick pay scheme
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
- Flexible working arrangements
- Death in service benefits
- Reimbursed professional membership fees
- Eye care
- Employee referral scheme
- Blue Light discount card
Health and wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Occupational Health
- Mindfulness sessions
- Cycle to work scheme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Nutritionally balanced meals at Christopher’s (free for employees) and free fruit at our Hampton site
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and an ehanced DBS check.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Shooting Star Children’s Hospice is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospice to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.
Closing Date: 15/05/2025
Interview Date: TBC
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Be a part of a collective and supportive team by joining the London District.
Our District Digital Enabler will take the lead in our social media communications but also work directly with our Churches and Circuits across London, providing them with a supportive guiding light by advising all things digital. You must have knowledge of social media and websites (that’s a given), but you’ll also need some skills in IT applications, the ability to write creatively and fluently, and be able to bring some slick confidence to the role. We value independent thinkers, working on your own initiative, but also those who can work collaboratively with a team, and bounce those ideas.
Why work with us?
A brilliant central office in Westminster, ability to work remotely, great (supportive) colleagues, flexible working, learning and development opportunities, pay, pensions and generous down time, committed to equality diversity and inclusion, and, did we mention the great colleagues?
Take a look at the job description. If this is for you, complete an application form, or give us a shout with any questions about the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: HR Officer - Recruitment and Administration
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours a week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £26,384 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 1, Charity
*you’ll start at the entry point salary of £26,384 per annum, increasing to £28,033 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £29,682 after a further 6 months.
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
As the HR Officer you’ll be responsible for providing an efficient, friendly and high-quality HR and recruitment service to our amazing internal customers across the organisation.
You’ll also be undertaking general HR support and provide cover for colleagues within the HR Operations team as and when required.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Liaising with our managers regarding recruitment and advertising agencies
- Compiling and issuing application recruitment packs, arranging interviews
- Maintaining our database to monitor vacancies and applications (to be replaced by the new ATS)
- Updating recruitment pages on the MS Society website
- Processing new appointments (including completing all required pre-employment checks) and changes to existing employment contracts using established templates
- Responsible for keeping the HRIS updated and ensure that all employee information is added / updated accurately on a timely basis
- Responsible for maintaining appropriate paper and electronic records including ensuring that records are compliant with relevant legislation and records management policies
- Processing probation and other documentation
- Supporting with pay and benefits administration
- General admin support as required
You’ll have:
- Experience working in an administrative capacity within HR
- Experience of working within recruitment
- Experience using an HRIS
- Excellent customer service skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- A demonstrable commitment to collaborative team work
- A demonstrable commitment to inclusive working, ensuring equality and valuing diversity
Closing date for applications: 9:00 am Sunday 11th May 2025
Interested?
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
Your right to work in the UK
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.
You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.
No agencies please.
To fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a community. Together we can stop MS
Are you a creative and capable person who loves bringing events to life? Do you have experience organising well-run occasions, managing spaces, and turning great ideas into memorable experiences? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
The Florrie is looking for a reliable, organised, and enthusiastic Events Coordinator to oversee private bookings and help run events in our vibrant new youth space, The Basement, as well as support larger venue-wide events. This state-of-the-art facility features a cinema, radio station, and activity zone, and hosts everything from children’s parties to community conferences.
A Liverpool landmark for over 130 years, The Florrie is a Grade II listed Victorian building and a thriving hub for arts, culture, and community life in South Liverpool. As part of this legacy, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our events run smoothly and reflect the welcoming, creative spirit at the heart of everything we do.
For more information on this role, please find our full job pack attached.
Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate all enquiries, bookings, and events in The Basement, acting as the main point of contact for clients and ensuring a smooth experience from start to finish.
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Promote and maximise use of the space by responding to enquiries promptly, maintaining efficient booking systems, and building relationships with external partners.
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Oversee event delivery, especially children’s activities (e.g. parties, screenings, games), and ensure the space is safe, clean, and ready before and after each event.
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Manage operational logistics including safeguarding, scheduling, risk assessments, and staff support.
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Support charity-wide events and collaborate with Florrie teams to promote use of The Basement across programmes.
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Contribute ideas to improve the customer experience and enhance The Basement’s role as a valued community venue.
Essential Requirements
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Proven experience coordinating youth or community programmes and managing public-facing spaces.
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Strong background in event planning, including working with partners and overseeing venue hires.
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Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with confidence handling schedules, bookings, and budgets.
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Sound knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and professional conduct in youth/community settings.
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Effective communicator with the ability to engage children, families, and external partners.
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Flexible and dependable, with availability to work evenings and school holidays.
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Full D1 UK Driving Licence required (no personal vehicle needed).
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Appointment subject to DBS clearance and satisfactory references.
Benefits
The Florrie is a much-loved community hub with a proud history. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a passionate, down-to-earth team that values collaboration, creativity, and community.
In return, we offer:
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Pension scheme
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Discount in our on-site cafe
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On-site parking
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Development and training
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Access to free wellbeing activities such as yoga, keep fit, walking group, gardening
If you’re ready to take on a meaningful role where your skills will make a difference, apply today!
We are seeking a candidate with a keen interest in national healthcare policy to provide a crucial underpinning role that supports and enables the policy managers and policy officer to deliver the Academy’s committee and wider policy and influencing work. This is an ideal role for someone who is driven by the desire to influence positive societal change through gaining experience in a complex national policy environment. The role would suit either a recent graduate looking to gain experience or a career administrator who enjoys a busy role in a small organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.