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Policy Officer

Bowel Cancer UK is the UK’s leading bowel cancer charity. We’re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care.

We currently have employees working across four nations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re in a privileged position to be able to deliver our ambitious new strategy, On a Mission. There are huge challenges facing bowel cancer patients across the UK and our community needs us now more than ever. We’re building a strong and united team to bring us closer to a world where nobody dies of bowel cancer.

Job Sumnmary for Policy Officer 

We are looking for a Policy Officer to join our Policy and Influencing team. You will build on your policy experience, responding to and shaping policy to ensure it drives real change for people affected by bowel cancer. You will turn complex issues into clear, actionable insight for colleagues, partners, and decision-makers, and contribute to evidence-informed positions that support the charity in influencing health policy. You will also lead on your own policy areas and work closely with our bowel cancer community to ensure their experiences inform and shape our work.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

• We welcome applicants from a broad range of experience and background, specifically spanning policy, science or health
• Some direct experience of working on policy issues in health, or a relevant sector, and a willingness to develop these skills further, alongside an interest in those issues affecting bowel cancer patients.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Good verbal, written communications and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively and adapt style to different audiences. Including the ability to explain information clearly and encourage colleagues to understand different points of view
• Proven ability of strong analytical and research skills to identify and solve a range of problems
• Good interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
• Understanding of the health policy and political environment
• Excellent organisational, time and project management skills with the ability to prioritise work, handle conflicting demands and meet tight deadlines on defined work areas
• Proven ability to support the day-to-day management of specified projects, proving some technical input in the project planning stage.
• Knowledge of the health service and health service policy issues. Awareness of cancer issues and bowel cancer in particular is desirable

Please refer to the Job Description for further details. 

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and at Bowel Cancer UK we are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful candidates may be subject to either a satisfactory basic, standard or enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dependent upon the role.

Bexley Voluntary Service Council (BVSC) has been supporting the local Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) in Bexley for over 60 years. Throughout this time, BVSC has continually evolved in response to local need, sector challenges and wider changes in public policy. Today, BVSC plays a central role in strengthening the local voluntary sector, connecting organisations, amplifying community voice and enabling organisations across Bexley to be resilient, connected, and able to provide high-quality, impactful services to residents. 

Why Work for Us
• Hybrid working
 Additional Birthday Day off
• Flexitime and TOIL
• Pension employer contribution 6%
• Two volunteering days (pro rata)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Access to the Blue Light Card
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A positive, inclusive team culture where your ideas are valued
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

This is a key coordination role at the heart of a multi‑partner programme, supporting referrals, triage, communications, data quality, and the day‑to‑day running of the service. Working closely with the Health & Wellbeing Coach Team Lead and coaches embedded across community organisations, you will help ensure residents receive the right support at the right time and that the service runs smoothly, consistently and efficiently across Bexley.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of local voluntary & community sector in Bexley.
• Experience within health, wellbeing, social prescribing or community-based services.
• Experience supporting services delivered across multiple organisations.
• Previous triage experience.
• Work in a way that supports a trauma-informed approach, including communicating clearly, responding appropriately to need, and recognising the impact of individual circumstances.

If you’re highly organised, people‑focused, and motivated by making a positive difference in local communities, we’d love to hear from you.

St Nicholas Hospice Care is a successful charity serving the local area of West Suffolk and Thetford. Every year we support nearly 2,000 local people, delivering care across multiple settings. Our services are not just for patients, but for their family and friends too, and include everything from specialist medical care to bereavement support and practical help.

Are you great at building connections, inspiring others, and turning ideas into action? As our Community Fundraiser, you’ll bring people together, support creativity, and build strong relationships across the community.

In this varied, people‑focused role, you’ll meet supporters, guide them with their fundraising plans, and help deliver events that bring energy and joy to our community. You’ll spot opportunities, encourage fundraisers, and make every supporter feel valued.

Working with colleagues and volunteers, you’ll share stories, deliver engaging activities, and help connect people to a cause that matters. Every conversation and event supports St Nicholas Hospice Care in providing compassionate care to nearly 2,000 people each year.

What you’ll do:

·Build strong relationships with supporters and local groups

·Provide excellent supporter care and practical fundraising guidance

·Represent the hospice at events and community activities

·Work with colleagues and volunteers on inspiring initiatives

·Identify opportunities to grow income and widen our supporter base

What you’ll bring:

·Warm, engaging communication skills

·Confidence working toward fundraising targets

·Strong organisation and attention to detail

·A proactive, positive and compassionate approach

·Experience in customer‑focused or relationship‑based roles

 
Working for us:

As an employee you will receive the following benefits:

·Options for some home working

·Health Cash Plan & Wellbeing programme

·25 days annual leave increasing to 29 with service (pro rata for part time employees)

·Enhanced Occupational sick pay scheme

·Home-made meals available in our onsite bistro

·Access to a group pension plan or continuation of NHS Pension (subject to criteria)

·Life assurance

·Free onsite parking

·Access to Blue Light Card scheme

·Social events (such as photography group, quiz nights, picnics and more)

Become part of a role that celebrates people, strengthens community spirit, and supports care that truly matters.

Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply now.

Job Title: Finance and Operations Manager

Location: London, UK (Only candidates who are eligible to work legally without work visa sponsorship in the UK will be considered.)

Contract Type: Part-time (0.6 FTE / 24 hours per week), Permanent contract

Hiring Salary: GBP 46,474 per annum (before taxes, to be pro-rated to 0.6 FTE)

Target Start Date: As soon as possible

Application Closing Date: 22 April 2026 23:59 BST

This job advert is for an existing vacancy.

About Right To Play:

For more than 25 years, Right To Play has been protecting, educating, and empowering millions of children each year to rise above adversity through the power of play.

We offer programs in 14 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and North America, reaching millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.

This work is supported by our two global offices in Toronto, Canada and London, UK; and seven National Offices in North America and Europe.

Right To Play UK is a charity registered in England and Wales and in Scotland that works in partnership with Right To Play International to raise funds and awareness across the UK.

Benefits Highlights:

• Connect and collaborate with a global team who are passionate about protecting, educating and empowering children and youth using the power of play!
• Culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care, and be playful)
• Flexible work arrangements
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year (to be pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Competitive benefits such as Income Protection and Life Assurance
• Learning opportunities and 5 learning and development (L&D) days per year (to be pro-rated for part-time employees)
• More information on what we offer is available on our website.

Application Method:

Apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.

Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We strongly encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play.

As part of our selection process, final candidates will be required to complete security checks and Vulnerable Sector Check or equivalent criminal record check as a condition of the offer. More details about our recruitment process and safeguarding information is available on our website.

As part of our recruitment and selection process, Right To Play uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) - assisted tools to support the assessment of candidates or applications. This may include but not limited to generating and editing of job adverts, assessment and interview questions, scheduling, translation, transcription, note taking, etc. Our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), VidCruiter, also use AI-powered ChatBot to answer candidates' enquiries. These tools are used only to assist human reviewers in evaluation and do not make selection or screening decisions. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. All AI-assisted processes comply with applicable privacy and data protection regulations, including GDPR and PIPEDA. For more information, please refer to RTP AI Policy and our Best Practice: Use of AI in Recruitment on our website.

We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to providing accommodations to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter. Please reach out to the People & Culture team by email. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Job Description:

Job Title:  Finance and Operations Manager (0.6 FTE)

Grade:  7

Reports to: Executive Director UK & Global Strategic Initiatives

Location: London

Direct Reports: None

Department: UKNO

1-Purpose:

The role manages all UKNO finances and is responsible for supporting UK donor services and governance, accounting, ensuring accurate monitoring, reporting and compliance, alongside office management and logistical support.

2- Accountability & Responsibilities:

UK National Office Financial Support (75%)

• Lead on UK financial management and accounting. Inputting data and generating reports on UK income and expenditure forecast; performing variance analysis on key revenue and expense sources.
• Lead the annual budgeting process for the UKNO, monitor cash flow and prepare ongoing reporting and analysis, managing payments of providers, consultants and vendors.
• Lead on reporting to UK Finance and Audit Committee and support with Board governance and meeting management.
• Lead on UKNO External Audit and reporting to Charity Commission, OSCR, Companies House.
• Act as “super-user” for the Microsoft Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, Dynamics 365 and Power BI, supporting donor engagement/stewardship. Manage and populate the system with timely and accurate data, assist UKNO staff with MCRM usage, and prepare reports based on database information.
• Ensure compliance with RTPs procurement and finance regulations.

UK Office management and logistical support (25%)

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the office, ensuring effective administrative support. Oversee relationships with the office landlord and service providers to ensure the office is well maintained and that all maintenance, repairs, and services are delivered in a timely and appropriate manner. Deliver comprehensive travel support, including visa coordination and hotel arrangements within the UK, and provide logistical support for UK-based organisational meetings and events (e.g. Freeze Week).

Perform other duties as assigned.

3- Scope (geographical and/or functional), Impact and Autonomy

This UK-based role operates with significant autonomy, holding delegated authority over financial management, systems, and office operations, including safeguarding all funds received. Oversight is provided by the Executive Director and the global finance team. Decisions on finances must be approved by the ED, and in some cases, the Finance and Audit Committee. In addition, the role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day office administration, providing travel and logistical support. The incumbent operates with high trust and independence and is expected to safeguard assets and ensure full statutory, fiscal, and HR data compliance.

4- Leadership and Staff management

The role exercises functional and collaborative leadership with no direct reports, providing guidance and influence across the National Office. Leadership is demonstrated through setting standards and supporting teams to work effectively within organisational policies and financial controls, by providing authoritative guidance to the National Office on financial policies, internal controls, and risk management; escalating material risks and recommending mitigation actions to the ED and HQ Finance. The incumbent is expected to operate effectively in a low‑segregation environment due to small staff size by implementing and monitoring compensating controls (spot checks, reviews with ED, exception reporting) to maintain strong control integrity.

5-Information requirement for decision-making

This role requires gathering, interpreting, and compiling complex information from a variety of sources - including online banking, financial systems, MCRM, Power BI and fundraising staff to ensure accurate reporting and analysis.

6- Innovation and Improvements

The incumbent is expected to drive process improvements and functional innovations within the National Office—data integrity, financial tracking, and internal collaboration—while supporting others to implement these changes, with major or high-risk innovations subject to approval by the ED.

7- Relationships & Communications: Internal / External:

The incumbent is expected to work closely with the ED and HQ Director of Finance in regard to the financial aspects of the role, especially in preparing budgets and ensuring compliance with the financial procedures of Right To Play. They also work closely with all UKNO staff on UK finances and with the global donor services team. The role manages external relationships with RTP UK’s auditors and FAC. The incumbent stewards the National Office’s fiduciary obligations and is the primary authorized liaison with banks, landlords, insurance providers, external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel.

8- Expertise (Certifications / Education, Professional Experience/Language)

• Post-secondary diploma or undergraduate degree in accounting, business administration, finance or other related fields.
• 5 years progressive finance experience, including audit coordination, statutory filings, managing and tracking budgets and external advisor management
• Extensive experience in managing operations and/or administration.
• Project and/or organisational performance management and reporting experience.
• Experience working at a senior support level.
• Able to work well in a team and under pressure, diligent and with an eye for detail.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to build good working relationships with colleagues, supporters and suppliers.
• Strong IT skills, in particular with databases and analytical systems.
• Excellent numeracy skills plus the ability to maintain and present financial and non-financial data in a clear and accurate way.
• A high level of proficiency at producing and reviewing management accounts to ensure accuracy and robust forecasting.
• Fluency in oral and written English.

9- Core Competences

• Collaboration: Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Growth Mindset: Stay abreast of emerging finance trends encouraging new ideas and new approaches for improvement Resilience: Abilities to face challenges with a problem-solving attitude.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate integrity & accountability, uphold the org values to support decision making.
• Management and Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates strong organizational skills to meet deadlines and possesses excellent problem-solving abilities.

10- Additional Information: Minimum requirement to work from the London office two days per week.

Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, flexibility required

Work Base: Service based with travel as required

Are you a strategic leader driven to make a lasting impact in mental health services? Do you have the vision and expertise to shape high-quality, person-centred support across a diverse and evolving landscape? If so, this could be your next career-defining role.

We are looking for an inspiring Head of Mental Health Services to lead and develop our mental health, crisis, safe haven, and mental health accommodation services across the north. This is a senior leadership position where you will hold responsibility for both operational excellence and strategic direction, ensuring every service is safe, effective, psychologically informed, trauma informed, and focused on recovery.

In this pivotal role, you will act as the bridge between organisational ambition and frontline delivery. You’ll work closely with leaders and teams to drive performance, embed best practice, and ensure services truly meet the needs of the people we support. Your influence will help shape a responsive, compassionate, and forward-thinking approach to mental health provision.

As part of our senior leadership community, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of services, working collaboratively with partners, commissioners, and stakeholders to respond to local demand and strengthen the wider system of care.

What you’ll bring:

• Significant senior leadership experience within mental health or related services
• A strong commitment to trauma-informed, recovery-focused approaches
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and deliver quality, compliant services
• Strategic thinking combined with operational expertise
• A collaborative mindset and passion for improving outcomes for individuals

Why this role matters:

This is your opportunity to influence how mental health services are delivered at a regional level, creating environments where people feel safe, supported, and empowered in their recovery.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of mental health services, we’d love to hear from you.

About us:

Established in 1972, P3 Charity is a modern, forward-thinking organisation providing support services to people facing social exclusion across the UK.

We offer a wide range of services, including homelessness prevention, supported housing, mental health support, community advice, hoarding support and services for young people.

We’re a person-centred organisation who works alongside people to improve lives. We do this by strengthening communities, unlocking potential and creating new possibilities. We tackle challenges others won’t and we go the extra mile. We believe in collaboration – both within our teams and with the local community – to achieve the best outcomes. Our values-driven approach means we recruit for values and train for skills.

What we offer:

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement – 27 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays.
• Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing – people are at the heart of what we do; you’ll also have access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Regional Wellbeing Champions.
• EDI Focus - an opportunity to join other colleagues to raise awareness and steer initiatives, contributing to our inclusive culture. 
• Paycare Health Cash Plan – you can claim back costs for a wide range of everyday health expenses, including optical, dental, physiotherapy, and more, within an annual limit.
• Employee Assistance Program – access to 24/7 GP appointments, 1-1 counselling and health assessments.
• Bike2WorkScheme - the Bike2Work Scheme is part of the Government’s Green Transport Plan, designed to encourage healthier, more sustainable travel.
• Discounts – access to Paycare Perks and Tickets for Good.
• Reward and Recognition  – such as team away days, P3's Annual conference and Colleague Awards Ceremony.
• Personal Development Opportunities – including mentoring, training, secondments, job shadowing, and more.
• Colleague Volunteering Programme –one day paid leave per year to volunteer in the community
• Enhanced Sickness Pay – based on your length of service.
• Earning Potential – optional overtime and refer a friend bonus scheme. 
• Additional Equipment Provision – some employees may be provided with additional equipment including workwear, tools and use of a company van or car

The successful candidate must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Please note, this post is subject to an enhanced check made by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by P3.

P3 reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date.

P3 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to combating all forms of discrimination.

P3 have committed to achieving ‘Net Zero’ Carbon emissions by 2050. Our Carbon Reduction Plan is available via the P3 website.

In partnership with Treeapp, for every new employee, we plant a tree at one of their planting sites worldwide.

Manager (Chief Executive) – Chorlton Good Neighbours
Location: Chorlton, Manchester
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full time

Could you be the steady, friendly, hands-on leader who helps more people in Chorlton feel connected, fulfilled and valued?

About Chorlton Good Neighbours
Chorlton Good Neighbours is a small, well-loved neighbourhood charity with roots back to the late 1960s, working to reduce loneliness and support older people across Chorlton and adjacent neighbourhoods. Our work is local, practical and volunteer-led: befriending, home visits, transport, weekly activities, monthly teas, intergenerational groups and occasional day trips are all delivered with warmth and care.

Our volunteer base is extraordinary - around 100 volunteers support drivers, befrienders, activity leads, admin roles and trustees - and in 2024–25 we supported 474 people in total. Funding is a mixed model of public grants, local donations and modest earned income and the charity holds healthy funds to deliver our work.

This is a practical, hands-on, delivery-focused leadership role: you will lead a neighbourhood organisation through planned transition, preserving the community culture that makes CGN trusted, while introducing proportionate systems and succession approaches that secure its future. You will also spend substantial time supporting and supervising volunteers and facilitating activities alongside strategic duties.

As our next Manager (Chief Executive), you will:

• Strategy & Impact: Lead the development and delivery of a clear long-term strategy that sustains CGN’s neighbourhood impact and reduces social isolation amongst older people.

• Governance & Finance: Strengthen proportionate financial controls, grant monitoring and reporting while working closely with trustees including the Treasurer.

• Operational Leadership: Manage day-to-day delivery of volunteer-led services and introduce accessible procedures and safeguarding arrangements.

• Income Generation: Support fundraising and bid activity to secure multi-year funding and diversify local income streams.

• Community & Partnerships: Act as CGN’s visible ambassador, maintaining and developing relationships with Manchester City Council, NHS partners and local organisations.

• Volunteer Development: Recruit, induct and support volunteers and facilitators, building a resilient volunteer pipeline and clear role pathways.

• Brand & Profile: Promote CGN’s offer across local channels to maintain footfall, attract new supporters and celebrate members’ stories.

• Premises & Risk: Work with trustees on lease and premises issues and maintain a robust risk register to protect continuity of service.

Who you are

• An experienced, hands-on manager with significant experience of running small, community-facing charities or local services and a hands-on approach to operational delivery.

• Demonstrable expertise in recruiting, supporting and retaining volunteers, with confidence in DBS/safeguarding practice and volunteer supervision.

• Highly organised with strong event/activity planning skills, practical problem solving and attention to detail.

• Financially literate - comfortable with budgeting, grant monitoring and basic financial controls and able to work with volunteer finance leads.

• An excellent communicator: approachable, diplomatic and skilled at building trust with older people, volunteers, trustees and statutory partners.

• Values driven, emotionally resilient and committed to inclusivity and dignity in later life.

• Desirable: experience of Age-Friendly programmes or befriending schemes and local credibility or knowledge of Manchester/South Manchester.

Why Chorlton Good Neighbours?

• Meaningful local impact - lead a well-regarded neighbourhood charity with deep community trust and a broad activities programme.

• Strong volunteer culture - join an organisation supported by around 100 committed volunteers and an engaged trustee board.

• Secure footing to build from - healthy funds and a clear focus on securing multi-year funding and premises.

• Hands-on role with strategic scope - keep delivery at the heart of the job while developing proportionate systems and succession planning.

• Supportive transition - trustees have planned a careful handover and you will be supported through induction and the subsequent recruitment of a part-time assistant.

For full details of the role including how to apply, please download the full appointment brief. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny Hills at Harris Hill via the apply button with times to speak and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile which will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 13th April 2026

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.

We are looking for a strategic, values-driven and collaborative Charity Director/CEO to lead DS Achieve (a small charity) through its next stage, building on strong foundations to ensure long-term sustainability and meaningful impact for the families we support.

This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a small community-focused charity supporting children and young people with Down Syndrome. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic leadership, guide the development of the organisation, and support a committed team to deliver high-quality services for families across Hertfordshire and surrounding areas.

Please see the attached Role Profile for details.

As a Relevant Person’s Representative, you’ll support individuals who are deprived of their liberty, ensuring they understand their rights, feel heard, and are treated with dignity and respect. You’ll build trusted relationships, listen carefully to wishes and feelings, and advocate on behalf of people in environments where their voice can sometimes be overlooked.

MHFA Wales provides RPR service across Gwent as well as the Cardiff & Vale areas. You’ll work across care settings, alongside families and professionals, to ensure that care arrangements are appropriate, proportionate, and truly in the person’s best interests. This includes challenging decisions where necessary, supporting access to the Court of Protection, and always striving for the least restrictive option.

At MHFA Wales, you won’t be doing this in isolation. You’ll be part of a passionate, values-driven team who genuinely care about the work we do and the people we support. We are a supportive, down-to-earth group who believe in doing the right thing - even when it’s not the easiest option - and who are committed to creating a culture where compassion, integrity, and human rights sit at the heart of everything.

Applicants must have access to a car and be willing and able to travel to Cardiff, Vale, and Gwent areas as per the role requirement.

Interviews to be held April 29th.

Salary: c.£48,000–£52,000 per annum with 3% employee / 8% pension contribution and other benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid (2 days a week in the London office; travel will be at own expense)

Application deadline: 9am on 27 April 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 4 May 2026

The Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF) is seeking an Operations Manager to support the organisation in delivering its mission of helping create sustainable futures for historic buildings across the UK.

This is a senior, hands-on role suited to a highly motivated and proactive self-starter who can manage the operations of a growing charity. The Operations Manager will work closely with the Director of Finance, CEO, Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees, and will line manage the Administration Assistant.

The role spans Governance and Office Management, People and Culture, Policies and Procedures, Data Protection, and IT Management and Security. The post-holder will act as Data Protection Officer (DPO), provide support and advice to the CEO and Board, and be the key liaison with external HR, IT and data protection advisers.

Key Responsibilities

Governance and Office Management

· Oversee arrangements and logistical support to the Board and Committees (including Grants Panel, Credit Panel and Audit and Risk Committee), including coordinating the annual meetings plan

· Produce draft minutes for Board of Trustee meetings and the Audit and Risk Committee

· Support the CEO and Chair with Trustee recruitment and Board management

· Develop and manage data recording and filing systems, including shared drive best practice

· Ensure effective office management, including health and safety, fire, security and equipment, liaising with the landlord as required

· Oversee correspondence handling and the premises maintenance register

People and Culture

· Act as the key link with AHF’s external HR consultant, triaging employee queries and overseeing the Employee Handbook

· Maintain accurate employee records and oversee new starter and leaver processes

· Support managers and the SMT with recruitment, inductions and employee performance matters

· Oversee staff benefits and training, including delivery of an AHF-wide training plan

· Ensure annual appraisals are completed and filed in a timely manner

· Organise team meetings, employee surveys and the annual away day, supporting the development of a positive hybrid working culture

Policies, Data Protection and IT

· Coordinate the timely updating of organisational policies and procedures, including the policy log

· Keep abreast of legislative and regulatory changes, particularly in HR and governance

· Act as Data Protection Officer, liaising with the ICO and retained data protection advisers

· Review and maintain UK GDPR compliance and arrange training as required

· Act as the key liaison with external IT providers, overseeing IT assets, security, policies and disaster recovery planning

Person Specification

Essential

· Highly motivated, proactive self-starter with a practical ‘can-do’ ethos

· Experience in a senior administrative or operations role within a small business, charity or not-for-profit organisation

· Strong experience of day-to-day HR, including employee records, people practices and policy review

· Experience of supporting Boards and senior leadership teams

· Excellent written and spoken English

· Highly computer literate, with strong skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint

· Experience managing IT systems and third-party contractors

· Data protection knowledge and experience, with the confidence to act as DPO

· Line management experience

Desirable

· Management and/or HR training or qualifications

· Experience working with external consultants

· Company secretarial or governance experience

· Facilities or property management experience

· Experience supporting organisational culture within a hybrid working environment

About the AHF

Founded in 1976, AHF is a leading heritage charity helping charities and social enterprises across the UK to find solutions for vulnerable historic buildings through advice, grants and loans.

We are a charity committed to being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or socio-economic background.

How to apply

Please submit a CV and covering letter (maximum two sides of A4) via the application link. Covering letters created using AI will be discounted. Please write your own covering letter.

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Are you ready to make a difference where it matters?

Join us in shaping the future of local Church life
The Diocese of Gloucester is launching a bold and visionary initiative to strengthen the life and mission of our local churches. We are seeking three exceptional individuals to join our growing network of Deanery Operations Leaders—one each in Forest, Tewkesbury and Winchcombe and Severn Vale Deaneries.

This is not just a job. It’s a calling to serve, to lead, and to build something new. If you are a highly skilled professional seeking purposeful work, or an emerging leader looking to grow your capabilities in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment, this is your opportunity to shape the future of the Church of England at the local level.

Hours: 35 per week (full time)

Location: Home-based with regular travel across London.

Contract: Fixed term (until 31 March 2027)

About us

Housing Justice brings together communities and finds solutions to homelessness by building personal connections, a sense of belonging, and creating justice in the housing system. We train and support volunteers to offer various accommodation options while building a network of local support. This includes providing personalised assistance to help individuals access relevant local services and address their other needs. Through compassionate, courageous, and collaborative action, we implement innovative solutions to tackle housing injustice, enhance the quality of housing, and elevate the voices and experiences of groups affected by housing injustice to both local and national governments.

About Citadel

Citadel is a volunteer-powered homelessness prevention project that supports people experiencing, or at risk of homelessness, to find a place to live, settle into a home, and feel part of a welcoming and supportive community. Coordinators recruit and train volunteers before matching them with a person referred for support. Coordinators and volunteers work closely with people who have been referred, to establish what matters to them and how best they can support them.

About you

We are seeking to hire an outgoing, confident leader who is skilled and comfortable in building relationships and influencing people. You will be a dedicated, diligent person with experience of leading teams in the homelessness, housing or voluntary and community sectors and passionate about the role of the community in ending homelessness.

About the role

The successful candidate will provide supportive line management to six Coordinators working in North-East and South-East London. They will be responsible for overseeing and developing our London projects: building our partnerships, supporting the teams to grow the support we offer and supporting the projects’ continuous improvement and sustainability.

As Director of External Affairs across the Bild Group of four small charities (with collective turnover of approx. £3m/yr), you will have a deep commitment to human rights and improving people’s lives.

You will provide strategic direction and leadership to the External Relations function across all four charities in the group, taking overall responsibility for and providing thought-leadership on our strategic approach to policy, influencing, public affairs, stakeholder engagement. 

You will play a lead role in planning, developing, and implementing the communication and external relations and wider engagement strategic plan to grow awareness and profile of Bild, Respond, Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) and ACT.

By sharing the impact of our work and programmes in improving the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism and /or mental health conditions, you will support Bild in becoming the sector leading provider of organisational and workforce development (and RRN in becoming the leading charity in reducing restrictive practices globally – and Respond as leaders in trauma informed therapy).

You will champion Bild and RRN’s brand, vision, mission and values acting as an ambassador for the organisation both internally and externally to partners, stakeholders and media.

Key Responsibilities and Duties: 

Strategic Leadership:  

• Develop and implement an integrated communications and external relations strategy across the four charities in the group to raise our profile and to influence change which positively impacts on our beneficiaries, aligning media, campaigning, and public affairs with the charity’s mission and strategic priorities 

• Lead and inspire a high-performing team including Membership and Events Officer, Resources Coordinator and comms team as required 

Comms & Marketing:

• Plan, develop and implement strategic communications and marketing plans to maximise awareness of the Bild Group of charities across the broad spectrum of communications disciplines including media relations, stakeholder management, influencer engagement, ethical (impact focused) marketing, social and new media and the production of new materials and resources 

• Write, develop and produce materials such as infographics, press releases, briefing documents, media statements and online information suitable for stakeholders, including people with lived experience

• Ensure effective marketing across all four charities focusing on impact and including ensuring we attend a range of external events and that all four websites are best practice. 

Influencing & Public Affairs:  

• Working with the CEO, you will drive policy change by developing strategies to influence key decision makers through building relationships with parliamentarians, government departments, and sector stakeholders to ensure the charity's policy agenda is impactful 

• Lead proactive and reactive media engagement, calls and requests for information in order to capitalise on suitable opportunities for maximising the reach and impact of all four charities

• Build our credibility as a thought leader in the sector 

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships:  

• Build and sustain strategic alliances with senior civil servants, civil society groups, and community partners to increase the organization's influence and impact 

• Develop effective stakeholder relationship management processes that ensure partnerships of all levels are provided with a rich, immersive engagement experience with the organisation and the work that we do 

• Identify, liaise with and ensure positive relationships with key stakeholders – internal and external including media, government departments, partners, charities, providers, customers, other relevant parties to secure maximum impact for all four charities and their beneficiaries

Reputation, Brand Management & Marketing:  

• Champion the Bild group brands, promoting the mission, values and impact of the organisation and ensuring consistent, engaging narratives and high-quality storytelling across all external channels

• Shaping the charity's profile and protecting its reputation through media relations, digital engagement, and consistent key messaging and building our credibility as thought leaders in sector. 

Membership, Events & Communities:  

• By ensuring appropriate, effective and engaging communications to all relevant audiences and stakeholders, your role will support the growth and development of our membership, Communities of Practice and the event programme (including webinars and conferences).

• Effectively plan, manage and lead a range of events for the Bild group of charities and associated marketing and communications

• Develop framework for Communities of Practice and strategy for engagement and growth 

• Supporting Bild and RRN spokespeople with PR and media outreach

• Keep abreast of communications and engagement activity within the sector and demonstrate an awareness of the impact these may have on existing and future communications activity

General Responsibilities 

• Contribute to evaluation and assessment of results against KPIs and tracking activity

• Allocate, manage and evaluate budget spend

• Identify resource requirements for activity across Bild group

• Develop and maintain systems, databases and procedures to support Bild group communication activities

• Plan, monitor, appraise and report progress of activity regularly with an innate understanding of how this supports activity across the Bild group

• Plan, manage and oversee budgetary spend related to outsourcing specialist activities such as video editing and design

• Ensure communications and marketing work complies with data protection and other legal, professional and agency requirements, standards and policies

• Support the senior leadership team on any activity as required. 

Personal Development  

• Be part of a culture of quality in all areas of communications, PR and marketing

• Participate and contribute to individual performance appraisal and supervision sessions

• Keep abreast of relevant initiatives and developments within the adult health and social care, education & disability sector and the wider communications / engagement profession

• Undertake relevant training, as necessary including accessing new systems and software as required to support the role.

Organisational Responsibilities: 

• Access and work within Bild’s policies and procedures.  

• Attend internal cycle of team meetings relevant to this role.  

• Engage with line management, supervision (where appropriate) and appraisal process.  

• Comply with data protection regulations, ensuring that information on clients, employees, volunteers and other stakeholders remains confidential.  

• Take responsibility for personal learning and development with support from line manager.  

• Work in a manner that facilitates equal opportunities and inclusion for all.  

• Remain professional and respectful at all times, promoting positive relations with all those we encounter in our work.  

• Maintain health and safety and risk awareness for self and others across the organisation.  

• Undertake any other duties that Bild may require within the remit of this role.  

This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. It is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review with the postholder at their annual appraisal.  

Person Specification  

Job Title 

Director of External Relations 

• Exceptional copy writing and verbal communication skills

• Good presenting, negotiating and influencing skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build mutually beneficial relationships

• The ability to work effectively within a small team

• Ability to work under pressure, and plan, manage, and adapt own workload

• A flexible, proactive and problem-solving approach to work

• A motivated attitude and ability to work on own initiative 

• A commitment to human rights and modelling accessibility and inclusion throughout activity

• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as demanded by the post

• Fit to undertake the duties of the post. 

Experience/Skills/Competencies 

Essential 

• Significant experience working in communications, policy and PR with demonstrable success

• PR and media management experience, including both online and traditional PR

• Experience of managing and implementing social media plans, including post development, scheduling, evaluation and monitoring feedback

• Experience of overseeing the design and production of print and electronic publications, including website management and development

• Experience of managing CRM systems and ensuring effective data capture and utilising data to inform decision making

• Ability to analyse data and shape results into reports that inform decision making

• Ability to build effective relationships and networks and establish credibility for Bild, RRN, Respond and Bild ACT 

• Ability to work collaboratively and develop positive relationships with colleagues, members and wider stakeholders

• Demonstrated digital comms / social media skills and understanding of emerging digital marketing tools and platforms

• Ability to use a variety of IT packages/databases including CRM systems.

• Experience managing budgets and associated reporting

• Ability to work remotely and regularly travel to in person events

• Time management skills and ability to prioritise workload under pressure as part of a small but vibrant team

• Strong awareness and interest in news/current affairs/politics and the broader third sector, social care and education sector. 

Desirable 

• Experience working in the not-for-profit sector, preferably in another disability and/or membership charity

• Strong understanding of education, health, social care, disability and not for profit environment

• Strong media contacts within relevant trade sector publications

• Ability to use externally managed media databases (such as Agility etc.)

• Experience with conferences, webinars and hybrid events. 

• Experience supporting and manging a remote team

Education and Qualifications: 

Other Requirements: 

• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities and able to apply awareness of diversity issues to all areas of work.  

• Regular travel to attend meetings and events. 

• Occasional evening meetings.  

Legal requirements: 

• Enhanced DBS check. 

New Business Manager

£38,554 a year

London Office/Remote Worker

Job description

1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses.

Together we will be unstoppable.

This is an important role in our New Partnerships team. You’ll help us build strong and exciting relationships with businesses that want to support Scope and make change happen.

Permanent, Full time (35 hours a week)

Location: Here East Press Centre, 14 East Bay Lane, London, E15 2GW and working from home.

Closing date for applications: 11:59pm GMT, Thursday 23 April 2026.

The role

We are looking for someone who loves making connections and building partnerships. As our New Business Manager, you will help find new companies to work with us and support our goals.

You will help grow Scope’s income and impact by spotting great opportunities and helping us work with businesses who share our values.

You will:

· Find new business partners and share Scope’s story with them

· Build strong and trusting relationships with businesses

· Write inspiring proposals and ideas that show how we can work together

· Work with people across Scope to create exciting fundraising partnerships

· Track targets and report back on how we are doing

· Help us stay up to date with trends in fundraising and partnership work

· Make sure we follow the right rules and fundraising standards

For more information about the role’s responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please visit our website

Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description.

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

· Friendly, confident and great at building relationships

· Experienced in fundraising or sales

· Skilled in writing proposals or pitches that get results

· Organised and able to manage several tasks at once

· Full of ideas and energy to help us grow and improve

· Comfortable using systems to keep track of contacts and progress

It’s great (but not essential) if you also:

· Know about disability issues or have lived experience

· Understand the Social Model of Disability

· Have fundraising or marketing qualifications

· Know people in the corporate fundraising world

We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds.

We also ask you to share how you support Scope’s values and contribute to our goal of creating a fair and equal future for disabled people.

Additional information

You must have the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role. We cannot provide visa sponsorship.

Anonymised applications

We use an anonymised application process to support our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

All applicants must submit an anonymised CV and complete a short online application form.

Our values

Pioneering, Courageous, Connected, Open, Fair.

We trust each other and give colleagues freedom to be creative, push boundaries, and change minds.

Our promise to disabled people

We are proud to be a charity that stands for disability equality. We welcome applications from disabled people and anyone with an impairment, condition, or access need. We want our team to reflect the communities we serve.

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to ensuring disabled applicants are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.

If you meet all the essential requirements for this role and choose to apply under the Offer an Interview Scheme (previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme), we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants are offered an interview.

To opt in, simply tick the relevant box in the application form to let us know you would like to be considered under this scheme.

If you need any changes or support during the recruitment process, please email us via our website.

You can also find more details about asking for adjustments at interview on our website.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

EDI is a priority at Scope. We welcome applications from people of colour and other underrepresented communities. We aim to create a culture where everyone feels they belong, treating all with dignity and respect. As a disability equality charity, accessibility and inclusion come first. We listen, learn and continuously improve.

You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.

Benefits

· 27 days holiday and bank holidays

· Flexible, hybrid, and remote working options

· Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years

· Company pension

· Excellent training and career development

· Strong colleague networks (disability, race, LGBTQ+, gender, social mobility, carers, young people)

· Discounted gym membership, cycle-to-work scheme, and more

How to apply

To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.

Application closing date

23/04/2026

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people affected by domestic abuse? Do you want to make a real difference through therapeutic support in a trauma-informed, child-centred environment? Join Acorns as a Mental Health & Wellbeing Project Worker.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and empathetic Mental Health & Wellbeing Project Worker to contribute to the development and delivery of flexible support services which address the psychological and emotional needs of children, young people and families living with the effects of domestic abuse, in North Tyneside and Northumberland. You will help to develop, organise and facilitate key aspects of the service as requested by the Team Coordinator such one-to-one support interventions, group work, and youth participation opportunities in a variety of settings including in-house, schools and community venues. Post is to be predominantly based in Northumberland.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver flexible one to one support sessions, using a range of interventions to assess and positively contribute to the individual wellbeing needs of children and young people impacted by domestic abuse.
• Support service users, particularly within the 11-16 age group to develop personal and life skills, promoting self-esteem and independence, and raising awareness of other support services and opportunities available to them and their families.
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of group work, activities and events, including the continued development of service user participation
• Work in partnership with statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure coordinated care and refer service users to additional sources of help and protection as needed.
• Adhere to safeguarding, confidentiality, and equal opportunities policies while maintaining accurate and confidential records, reporting appropriately, and complying with organisational guidelines.
• Participate in training, supervision, and team activities, contributing flexibly to service development and supporting broader organisational goals as required by management.

About You

• Holds qualifications and relevant experience in social care, childcare, youth work, or a therapeutic field
• Experience working directly with children and young people with an excellent understanding of common issues relating to child development, mental health and wellbeing
• Experienced in one-to-one casework, group facilitation, youth programmes, and multi-agency working, with a proven ability to assess needs and connect individuals to appropriate support services.
• Effective communicator with the ability to engage sensitively and non-judgementally with service users, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to empowering individuals.
• Skilled in managing workloads, maintaining accurate records, writing reports, and meeting deadlines under pressure, with strong time management and attention to detail.
• A motivated, flexible team player who values equality and diversity, and brings creativity and initiative to their practice.
• Driver with access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes. This role involves frequent travel to and from locations across North Tyneside and Northumberland to meet the varied needs of service users.

Please note, that an enhanced DBS check will be required.

Why join us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a positive, compassionate and impact-driven team. You’ll enjoy flexible working arrangements and autonomy in your role, opportunities for professional development and training, a supportive environment, reflective supervision, and the chance to help shape our systems for the better.

We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equal opportunities.

Ready to apply? Download the candidate pack and get started! We’ll invite you to send us your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your experience and fit for the role.

If you are committed to empowering children and young people and want to be part of a team making lasting change, we’d love to hear from you.

Please make sure you include in/with your CV and personal statement:

• Name, previous names, and address.
• Education and training history, including any qualifications and the awarding body, any relevant training recently undertaken and any professional memberships.
• A full employment history in chronological order.
• Details of any convictions, spent and unspent. Details of any relation to the organisation or staff.
• A signed & dated declaration confirming that information provided is true, with no omissions. You must understand that providing false details can lead to rejection or dismissal, plus a possible referral to the police.
• All of the above information is only used to assess the candidate suitability, and will be treated with the strictest confidentiality, and stored and retained according to our GDPR policies and procedures which are available upon request.

Equality & Diversity Statement

Acorns will be proactive in all matters relating to equality of opportunity and diversity. We value and will celebrate the benefits brought to our organisation by a diverse population within our communities, services, staff and volunteers team, and Board of Trustees. We commit to creating an environment, through training, practice and policy, where Trustees, employees, volunteers and service users are encouraged by example and guidance to confront and challenge discrimination where and whenever it arises, whether between colleagues or in any other area of the organisation’s work.

Acorns commits to:

• Actively challenge discrimination;
• Ensure that all staff, volunteers and service users are treated fairly;
• Make sure that our activities and services are truly accessible to all who might benefit;
• Work collaboratively with other organisations to address inequality; 
• Work to promote an organisational culture of diversity;
• Strive to ensure that the profile of trustees, staff and volunteers reflects the wider communities within which we operate.

Everyone engaging with Acorns, as a servicer user, volunteer, or staff member, will be expected at all times to treat other people with respect and consideration. Our full Equality & Diversity Policy is available upon request.

Safeguarding Statement

Acorns believes that no child, young person or adult should ever experience abuse of any kind. We have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and keep them safe. We are committed to practice in a way that protects them, to promoting their well-being and enjoyment and protecting their health, safety and general welfare while in the company, employ or care of Acorns staff or volunteers. Safeguarding and protection of those at risk is everyone’s business; it is everyone’s duty to report any safeguarding concerns to the relevant agency. We also practice Safer Recruitment practices. Our full safeguarding policies are available upon request.