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We’ve ambitions to change so much, to improve support for endometriosis – are you the experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to CEO we need to help us?

We are the UK’s leading charity for all those affected by endometriosis, determined to ensure that everyone gets prompt diagnosis and the best treatment and support. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to join our team at Endometriosis UK and help us make a real difference for the 1.5 million in the UK with the disease. This is a crucial role for our small but growing charity, supporting the CEO to ensure the smooth running of the organisation. You’ll be a key point of contact, proactively managing all aspects of EA support to the CEO to enable them to maximise their performance and delivery, as well as coordinating our governance administrative systems and processes. You will be working as part of a passionate team with a strong commitment to achieving change to help those with living with endometriosis.  

The role will be ideal for a highly organised, proactive, and experienced Executive Assistant used to working on their own initiative and comfortable with multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. You will be a born organiser, with superb judgment, a diplomatic approach, solution focused and with excellent problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to think two steps ahead, guided by our strategic and operational priorities, and the confidence to steer senior managers accordingly. You will bring a meticulous attention to detail and exemplary skills in prioritisation, time management and task completion. Advanced skills in MS Office are essential. Your written and verbal communication skills will be first-rate, with stakeholders at all levels. You will be comfortable handling confidential material with the utmost discretion. You will have proven experience supporting senior executives and Boards, ideally in the charity or non-profit sector. The EA will also play a proactive role in improving organisational processes and supporting priority areas as needed.

This will be a busy, varied and important role working closely with the CEO to make sure their diary supports their strategic priorities. Key responsibilities include managing, triaging and responding to emails, complex diary management to ensure effective use of their time, providing briefing papers and ensuring the CEO is well prepared for meetings, and ensuring we’ve efficient governance and office processes. You will need to have the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and sensitivity, with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. You will act as that indispensable individual for the CEO, ultimately responsible for proactively ensuring their work life runs effectively and efficiently. The key focus of the role is to ensure the CEO is able to maximise their impact and influence in the charity, plus ensuring the smooth operation of board and committee functions,

This is a hands-on role in a small but ambitious charity, ideal for someone who’s willing to get stuck in, take initiative, is flexible and brings structure and calm to a busy leadership team. You’ll be a trusted partner, helping to manage schedules, coordinate meetings, prepare documents, and ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

We look forward to receiving your application. 

Job title: Executive Assistant to CEO

Reporting to: Chief Executive

Working hours: Full time/ 37.5 hrs a week

Location: Endometriosis UK’s office at London Bridge, with hybrid working options

Contract: Permanent

Annual salary: £38,000 - £40,000 depending on experience, and incl London Weighting

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 1st December 2025

Interview date: Monday 8th and Tuesday 9th December, at our office in London Bridge

Job Title: Executive Assistant to DCEO
Reports To: Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Location: Nottingham
Contract Type: Fixed term
Salary: £32,000 to £34,000

Job Purpose

The Executive Assistant will provide operational, strategic and analytical support to the DCEO. This role goes beyond traditional executive assistance and will involve planning, research, project coordination and organisational reporting. The post holder will play a key role in preparing executive insights, analysing departmental reports, and ensuring effective follow-up on strategic priorities. This role requires strong analytical thinking, communication skills and high proficiency in digital tools and technology.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support

• Manage the DCEO’s calendar, schedule and priority workflow to ensure effective time management
• Coordinate internal and external meetings, prepare agendas and produce accurate minutes and action trackers
• Draft and manage professional correspondence on behalf of the DCEO
• Prepare briefing notes for senior meetings, visits and events
• Organise travel arrangements, itineraries and supporting documentation when required

Strategic Analysis and Insight

• Analyse reports from SMT meetings and departments to produce executive summaries and insights
• Support strategic planning
• Develop briefing papers and analysis to support decision making

Research and Reporting

• Conduct research on sector trends, funding models, charity regulations and strategic opportunities
• Produce clear reports and presentations to support board and SMT meetings

Project Coordination

• Follow up on actions from DCEO and SMT meetings to ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate departmental plans and track progress against milestones

Technology and Digital Support

• Use Microsoft 365 and other AI tools for reporting, planning and communication
• Maintain structured digital documentation and record keeping
• Introduce automation or digital improvements to enhance productivity in the DCEO’s office

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Right to Work in the UK
• DBS Certificate
• Degree level or equivalent preferred in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) subjects.
• The candidate must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role as a Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant, ideally supporting senior management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in preparing professional reports and executive briefings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to research, interpret and present information clearly and concisely
• High level of IT competence
• Strong planning and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold Skype Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams and Zoom in advance.

We reserve the right to cease advertising and close the Vacancy without notice should suitable candidates be identified ahead of the published 'Application Closing Date'.

Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum pro rata, dependent on experience

Hours: 21 hours per week, 9am-4.30pm, Tuesday to Thursday

Contract: Permanent

Location: Office-based role at 549 Old York Road & 52 East Hill, Wandsworth

Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Context:  Age UK Wandsworth is a local, independent charity that works to promote the wellbeing of all older people in the London Borough of Wandsworth. This is a new role in our staff team that has been created to support our CEO during an exciting transition period where the organisation is growing and developing to help older people.

This role will suit an experienced administrative professional whose emotional intelligence is highly developed and who can problem-solve with maturity in a complex, confidential and fast-paced environment.

You will be working with a small team who are extremely busy making a difference to the lives of older people in Wandsworth and your role will be pivotal to making their lives easier.

Notes:

Please read the job specification carefully before completing your application pack. 

We will be shortlisting at the very end of November, so you will hear from us end Nov/beg Dec. 

CVs will not be considered in the shortlisting and nor will incomplete application packs, which may be downloaded from our website.

We are seeking a prayerful and spiritually mature priest to serve as Senior Chaplain to the Bishop of Peterborough. This is a varied and rewarding role, supporting the bishop in her ministry across churches, chaplaincies, schools, and communities. The successful candidate will be theologically able, liturgically sensitive, administratively efficient, and committed to promoting the vision of the diocese.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the bishop in liturgical, missional, and pastoral areas.
• Draft correspondence and respond to emails on behalf of the bishop.
• Represent the bishop at events, meetings, and task groups.
• Maintain and update bishop's guidelines; advise clergy on queries.
• Support health, military, schools, and prison chaplains.
• Prepare briefing papers for the House and College of Bishops and General Synod.
• Build and maintain networks across civic, commercial, and educational sectors.
• Provide pastoral care for clergy and lay leaders.
• Oversee the administration of licences and legal documents.
• Act as a safeguarding liaison and participate in core groups as required.

The post holder is required to have the following to be successful in the role:

• Demonstrates a deep and secure faith with a strong pattern of prayer.
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Is liturgically skilled and honours the breadth of traditions in the diocese.
• Offers effective pastoral care with tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
• Possesses strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Understands Canon Law and Church of England processes.
• Shows good judgment and discernment in pastoral and disciplinary contexts.
• Has a positive, pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Enjoys variety and sees this role as a calling to support the mission of the diocese.

Your Salary

• A salary of £34,069 per annum.
• Clergy already in the Church of England Funded Pensions Scheme (CEFPS) will have the option of either remaining in this scheme or joining the PB14 scheme. In addition to the employer age-related contribution (between 8-15% of salary), the employer also matches the employee contributions in whole percentages up to 3%. Employees enrolled into PB14 will be automatically enrolled to contribute 3% of their pensionable salary. The employee can choose to increase or decrease their contribution at any time

Position: Administrator
Location: Home-based with regular travel required to Dorking and London, 1/2 times a month
Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week worked over 5 days
Contract: Self-employed basis
Salary: around £19,500 per annum - subject to experience
Closing date: Friday 12th December

About the role

Next year, Kids for Kids celebrates its 25th anniversary, and we’re preparing for a very special year ahead. This is a unique opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment – to help run our major anniversary celebrations, raise awareness of everything we’ve achieved over the past quarter of a century, and play a vital part in shaping the future of our charity.

For 25 years, Kids for Kids has been transforming the lives of children in Darfur, Sudan – bringing hope, security and sustainable futures to families living through unimaginable hardship as conflict and famine continue to threaten lives.

We are now looking for an enthusiastic, highly organised Administrator to join our small but dynamic team. This is an exciting, hands-on role where you’ll take responsibility for the smooth running of our office and work closely with our Founder and CEO, as well as our Deputy CEO.

We’re a close-knit team with a strong sense of purpose, a culture of hard work, and a shared belief in going the extra mile for the children we support. This is more than just an administrative role – it’s a chance to make a real difference, to be proud of the impact you help create, and to be part of the new face of Kids for Kids as we step into our next 25 years.

About You:
We are looking for someone who has a can-do attitude, is hardworking, efficient, has excellent attention to detail, can work in a fast-paced environment and is good at managing their own time. You will bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Previous Executive Level PA experience or hands-on administrative experience
• Experienced, self-motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated, with initiative and the ability to work as part of a small administrative team
• Reliable and responsible
• Excellent attention to detail where accuracy is essential
• Excellent IT skills with extensive experience of Zoom, Teams and Microsoft Office including MS Excel – ability to use spreadsheets, input basic formulae and remove duplications. Experience of Donorfy is a bonus.
• Excellent research skills

In return:

Kids for Kids is invested in their employees and offers the following benefits:

• Flexible and supportive work environment
• Flexible working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

How to apply:

Please provide a CV and a cover letter setting out how you fulfil the requirements and your suitability for the position.

Deadline to apply is 12th December. We are looking for the successful candidate to start at the beginning of January 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please apply early.

Other roles you may have experience in could include:

Office Manager, Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant, Receptionist, Personal Assistant, Secretary, Data Entry Clerk, Office Administrator, Administrative Coordinator, Administrative Analyst, Administrative Business Partner, Customer Service Representative, Clerical Specialist, Records Manager, Executive Administrator, Events Administrator, Events Assistant.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior Administrative Assistant to provide high-quality administrative and organisational support across the school. This is a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of our office and business functions.

A central part of this role involves accurately taking minutes at HR and staff-related meetings, ensuring clear records and timely follow-up of agreed-upon actions. The postholder will also assist with financial administration and provide wider administrative support to colleagues across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend and take accurate, confidential minutes at HR and staffing-related meetings.
• Produce clear, concise and timely minutes, ensuring actions are recorded and followed up.
• Support HR administration, including drafting letters and documentation.
• Assist with day-to-day financial administration such as raising purchase orders, placing orders and processing invoices.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding finance-related queries.
• Maintain and update the school's MIS (Arbor) and other databases.
• Manage meeting room bookings and ensure rooms are reset at the end of each day.
• Support general administrative duties including photocopying, filing, and preparing documents.

About You

You will be a confident and efficient administrator with excellent communication and organisational skills. You'll have a strong eye for detail, particularly in minute-taking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism.

Why Join Us?

At TreeHouse School, part of Ambitious about Autism, you'll be part of a supportive, dedicated team committed to making a real difference in the lives of autistic children and young people. We offer excellent professional development opportunities, generous holiday allowance, wellbeing support, and a friendly, inclusive environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with

If you would like more information about the role or would like an informal, confidential discussion, please contact Stephen Vickers.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

About the role

The HR Assistant is a generalist role working across recruitment, learning & development, payroll, ER casework, employee engagement and project work. You will support the HR team to deliver an effective, compliant and customer focused people service. You will have strong administrative experience with excellent attention to detail, and experience supporting recruitment processes and procedures. The ability to work with confidentiality and discretion is essention.

As part of your development we will support you in achieving CIPD Level 3 or 5 including paid time off for study leave. 

About Alexandra Palace

Affectionately known as 'The People's Palace', Ally Pally is one of London's most iconic destinations. For over 150 years it has stood as a beacon of creativity and culture- home to world-first innovations, unforgettable entertainment and open access to green space across 196 acres of parkland in North London.

In return for your hard work we of offer:

• Generous annual leave - 28 days including 4 Christmas closure days + bank holidays
• Opportunity to apply for free event tickets
• Summer and Winter social parties
• Discounts across our on-site catering units
• Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme + more

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Coordinate end to end recruitment leading  the process from advert through to formal offer stage
2. Assist with monthly payroll processing 
3. Support managers with staff induction programme and appraisal process
4. Assist with the organisation and delivery of learning and development programmes and training opportunities
5. Provide admin support with ER casework
6. Promote staff engagement by communicating staff updates, social opportunities, and ad hoc announcements
7. Support with project work 
8. Develop knowledge of HR systems to help trouble shoot coomon queries from staff

This is not an exhaustive list, please see the JOB PACK for further details

Essential

• CIPD level 3 Foundation certificate or equivalent work experience
• Administrative experience preferably gained within a HR team
• Experience supporting recruitment processes and procedures
• Interest in general HR function
• Customer focused
• Highly organised with the ability to work to deadlines
• Ability to work with confidentiality and discretion

Are you an organised, proactive person who enjoys helping senior leaders to work at their best? Do you thrive when managing diaries, coordinating projects and making sure everything runs smoothly?
If so, this Director’s Assistant & Business Support role could be a great fit for you.

Location: London | Hybrid - 2 days a week in the office
Contract: 12-month maternity cover

Why work here?
You’ll be joining a national charity that empowers girls and young women with confidence, friendships and life-changing experiences. As Director’s Assistant & Business Support, you’ll play a key role in helping the organisation deliver its mission by ensuring the Director and their leadership team are supported to work effectively.
You’ll also benefit from:

• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• 25 days annual leave, rising with service volunteering leave
• 10% employer pension (when you contribute 5%)
• Healthcare cash plan, wellbeing time and Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme and season ticket loan
• Learning and development support, including help with professional qualifications

This charity is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive place to work and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.

About the Director’s Assistant & Business Support role

You will:

• Manage the Director’s diary, inbox, communications and meeting schedule
• Prepare agendas, briefings and presentations
• Take meeting minutes and track actions
• Work closely with the wider leadership support team to share information and align work
• Coordinate specific time-limited projects and events led by the Director
• Support finance administration including invoices, expenses and credit card reconciliations

 
About you

You will be well-suited to the Director’s Assistant & Business Support role if you:

• Have experience providing PA / Executive support
• Enjoy juggling tasks and solving problems before they arise
• Communicate clearly, professionally and confidently
• Build positive relationships with a wide range of people
• Have strong organisation and attention to detail
• Understand the importance of inclusive and respectful working practices

 
Apply Now

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your organisational skills in a meaningful role where your work truly makes a difference.

• Please don’t delay. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We would be happy to discuss further and share a full job description. CV and supporting statement are required.    
  

 

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

About the role:

At Single Homeless Project, we believe every young person deserves the chance to build a life beyond crisis. As our Young Person’s Psychotherapist, you’ll play a vital part in making that happen. Working within our Opportunities Programme, you’ll provide one-to-one psychotherapy and co-produced psychoeducation groups for young people aged 16–25. Your work will focus on prevention, helping young people make sense of their experiences and build the tools to manage life’s challenges before they reach breaking point.

You’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team offering a psychologically informed service - collaborating closely with support staff, managers and other professionals to create safe, empowering spaces where young people can explore their emotions, relationships and aspirations. From helping someone understand the impact of trauma, racism or poverty, to facilitating group discussions on healthy boundaries and emotional regulation, your impact will ripple far beyond the therapy room.

This is a chance to use your clinical skills where they matter most - in a dynamic organisation that’s committed to growth, reflection and learning. You’ll be supported with regular supervision, access to professional development, and opportunities to shape how psychotherapy continues to evolve across SHP. Join us, and help us break cycles, ignite change and create new possibilities for London’s young people.

About you:

• You have at least a year’s experience providing psychotherapy or counselling to young people.
• You’re confident supporting both individuals and groups, and understand how group dynamics work.
• You understand the challenges young people face - especially those who’ve experienced the care system and/or experienced trauma.
• You can build trust with young people who may be wary of professionals and create a safe, supportive space.
• You value working alongside young people, involving them in shaping their own support and outcomes.
• You’re organised, communicate clearly, and committed to inclusive, anti-discriminatory practice in all you do.

About us:

Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.

We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.

We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need. 

Important info:

Please note applications will be reviewed and suitable candidates invited to interview as applications are received. Therefore, please submit your application as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate is identified. 

Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Kings Cross or a Young Person's service in Greenwich. 

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.

Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted for this role. 

Join us at a pivotal moment as we transform 100 years of sight loss support for the digital age. You'll be the reassuring first voice for people navigating technology challenges, helping them discover independence they didn't know was possible.

This isn't your typical customer service role. At BWBF, you'll support people with sight loss as they explore  technology, and connect with the digital world. Every call matters - from helping someone hear their first audiobook to guiding them through video-calling their grandchildren.

Working with our distributed team across the UK, you'll handle enquiries with empathy and efficiency, knowing that your patience might be the difference between someone giving up on technology or discovering new freedom. You'll collaborate with our Service Delivery team to ensure every person gets the right support at the right time.

We need someone who combines natural warmth with practical problem-solving, who finds satisfaction in small victories, and who understands that behind every technical query is a person seeking independence. 

In return, you'll gain skills in assistive technology, work flexibly with a supportive team, and go home knowing you've genuinely improved lives. This is meaningful work with tangible impact.

Who we are 

Not all young people have the same opportunities in life.

Caudwell Youth exists to level the playing field for young people at risk.

They may be care experienced, have mental health challenges, be neurodivergent or be at risk of exploitation or offending.

Caudwell Youth is a dynamic new charity which has just celebrated its third birthday.

What we do 

Caudwell Youth shapes young people’s futures by providing person-centred support to at risk 11 to 24-year-olds through volunteer-led mentoring for up to 18-months, alongside a targeted intervention programme.

Our vision is to help every young person at-risk in the UK. We give young people the time, trust and support they need to shape a positive future, no matter their starting point. 

Our mentoring service is designed to ensure every young person feels safe, heard and supported. Each young person gains a trusted adult (a trained volunteer) who meets with them once a week to support them as they take steps towards a more positive future.  

This year, we have supported more than 400 young people.

Our fundraising 

We have a compelling fundraising proposition. We were founded by billionaire philanthropist John Caudwell, who has pledged to match all donations and fundraising at 33%.

Our mentoring service is delivering exceptional outcomes for young people, and we are ambitious for the future.

This is a crucial time for Caudwell Youth’s fundraising function, as we are set to embark on a new strategy for national growth in the new year. For the financial year just gone, grant income accounted for around 28% of our fundraising revenue.

Our aim is to grow our charity sustainably, while continuing to meet the evolving needs of at-risk young people in ways that are effective and life-changing. This role will be a key part of that journey.

What we're looking for 

We are looking for an experienced grants, trusts and foundations fundraiser who can hit the ground running, both in solidifying and owning our valuable relationships with existing grant and trust fundrers and in exploring new opportunities.

You will also lead on the evaluation of our service impact across the organisation, gathering, analysing and presenting data to illustrate the valuable outcomes our services have for at-risk young people.

You will be a key team member in a dynamic and growing organisation and will help ensure the charity achieves its aims and objectives and fulfils its fundraising plan effectively.

More information about the role 

This role is home based, but you need to be able to meet with funders and our small but dynamic fundraising team.

These meetings may take place in London, or across our current operating regions (Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Slough, Luton and Milton Keynes).

We are happy to consider compressed and flexible hours requests.

How to apply 

Please follow the link to our website to read the full recruitment pack and find the application form.

All applications must be submitted via our website application form. Thank you, and we look forward to hearing from you. 

Purpose

Horatio’s Garden is a nationwide charity creating and nurturing beautifully designed gardens in NHS’s spinal injury centres.

The Patient Experience Manager will be instrumental in supporting patients and families use of the garden. 

Along with the Head Gardener, you will be responsible for the smooth running of a thriving, vibrant garden ensuring the patient and their family are appropriately supported throughout their time in the spinal unit. 

This role requires you to manage a team of volunteers and work closely with the Head Gardener who maintains the horticultural standard of the garden and delivers therapeutic horticulture sessions.  You will be managed by the national Patient Experience Lead.

You will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clinical and non-clinical NHS staff, corporate sponsors, funders, the Fundraising team, the Communications team and the Events Programme Manager. 

The gardens have been beautifully designed and maintained, and the role of the garden needs to reflect an appropriate environment for patients and their families at all stages of their stay.  From the initial welcome, to ensuring the contact and relationship is consistent with activities to suit their needs.

You will be responsible for developing and delivering social activities, supported by the charity’s Events Programme Manager and in collaboration with the wider Spinal Injuries team in Glasgow. These activities will mainly need to be held on a weekend afternoon which is a critical time in the garden when most patients are available and often have friends and family to visit. Currently the Events programme includes seasonal celebrations and social and craft activities. External facilitators also deliver photography, printing, painting, ceramic workshops and live music performances.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, proactive individual who is efficient, well organised and has outstanding communication and relationship building skills. You will need to be adaptable and friendly and confident working with a wide range of people including people with spinal injuries and their families, NHS staff, volunteers and many different teams within the charity.
 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

People with spinal injuries

· Develop relationships with patients and families to ensure the best experience for them in the garden at every stage of their stay

· Maintain a consistent social and arts activity programme appropriate for the current patient group, liaising with the Events Programme Manager and managing the volunteers accordingly

· Organise a programme of seasonal events, reflecting the needs of patients

· Work with the Impact Manager to monitor patient experience and the impact of the garden

· Ensure the garden is managed to allow the correct balance is in place to benefit both patients and external parties (major donors, trusts, corporate groups and other visitors) 

NHS staff

· Develop and maintain productive and collaborative relationships with NHS clinical teams and voluntary services
 

Volunteers

· Recruitment and training of new volunteers

· Manage the team of volunteers to ensure the smooth running of the garden with patient experience at its core
 

Fundraising and Communications

· Work with fundraising managers, Head Gardener and volunteers to develop opportunities to generate income in the garden through friends, corporate friends and third-party fundraising

· Support corporate sponsor events and fundraising opportunities

· Represent the garden and charity at key events

· Promote the local social media accounts and provide regular updates for content

· Interviews with press/media as required
 

Administrative

· Ensure all administrative tasks associated with the role are monitored, completed and maintained

· Assist with ensuring the garden rooms are kept clean and tidy at all times
 

Safeguarding

· Comply with all safeguarding policies and report any concerns to the Safeguarding Lead immediately

· This post is subject to an enhanced PVG check
 

Assist the Patient Experience Lead with any other tasks as required. It should be noted that the list above is intended to give an overall view of the position and should be taken as guidance only.

Person Specification
Key Criteria

Knowledge and skills
Essential
Experience of leading and managing teams
Experience of working with volunteers
Stakeholder engagement and networking
Delivering social events
Budget management experience
Good IT skills, specifically proficient with Microsoft Office 365: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Desirable
Experience of volunteer recruitment and training
Voluntary sector experience
Experience of working with the NHS or in a health care setting
Knowledge and experience of managing petty cash
Experience of SharePoint
Knowledge of using social media to promote activities and events
Interest and understanding of wellbeing benefits of gardens
Experience of therapeutic activities
Digital photography

Qualities
Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to successfully develop new working relationships
Excellent communication skills
Proactive, can-do attitude
Empathetic and kind
Calm under pressure
Ability to prioritise and adapt to the changing needs of each working day
Self-motivated and capable of working with the minimum of direction but understanding the limits of your knowledge and able to seek advice when required 

Other requirements
Flexible and able to work one weekend afternoon every week

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Strategic Lead for Governance Professionals to join our team in Birmingham, working remotely with occasional office visits in Birmingham. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £25,080 – £31,860 (£41,800 - £53,100 FTE). The role is part time over three days a week (22.5 hours). 

NGA is an independent, not-for-profit national membership organisation for state school governors, trustees and governance professionals in England. Our work aims to improve the educational standards and wellbeing of young people by increasing the effectiveness of governing boards and promoting high standards. As expert leaders in school and academy governance, we provide information, advice, guidance, professional development and e-learning.

About the Strategic Lead for Governance Professionals role:

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic individual to lead NGA’s advocacy for governance professionals and strengthen our influence at a national level. This role involves shaping policy, developing partnerships, and ensuring NGA remains the authoritative voice for governance professionals. The successful candidate will drive initiatives that promote the role and value of governance professionals, lead the development of resources and events, and contribute to training and professional development programmes.

Benefits of Working for NGA as a Strategic Lead for Governance Professionals:

• Competitive starting salary of £25,080 – £31,860 (£41,800 - £53,100 FTE)
• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days (FTE) increasing to 27 with continuous service, 8 days bank holiday and 3 days Christmas closure, with the ability to buy and sell annual leave
• Employer contribution pension scheme at 7%
• Healthcare cash plan
• A healthy training and development budget (CPD) with a wide range of learning and development opportunities

If you feel that you are the right candidate for the role as our Strategic Lead for Governance Professionals or would like to find out more information about the role, then please click ‘apply’ now.We’d love to hear from you.

The Woodland Trust is looking for a Supporter Journey Marketing Executive to enhance our supporter journeys alongside the launch of our new CRM system.

The Role: 
•    You’ll support the implementation and roll-out of our new CRM system and ensure supporter journey requirements are mapped and embedded.
•    You’ll collaborate across departments to deliver tailored supporter journeys and communications
•    You’ll assist in designing, mapping and improving supporter experiences.
•    You’ll report and analyse data and insights to segment audiences and personalise supporter interactions.
•    You’ll develop campaign and journey documentation.
•    You’ll monitor performance, identify improvements and report to stakeholder on supporter journeys.
•    You’ll provide support in campaign deliver, including content setup, testing and scheduling.
•    This role is a 9 Month Fixed Term Contract.
•    This role includes a mix of working from home and at our main office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Visits to Grantham would be required no more than once a month on average. 

The Candidate: 
•    You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count.
We are looking for candidates who have the following:
•    Worked in marketing, supporter engagement or customer experience roles.
•    Experience of CRM systems and an understanding of their role in managing supporter relationships.
•    Desired knowledge of supporter engagement and retention strategies.
•    Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across projects with multiple stakeholders.
•    Desired knowledge of journey mapping tools and/or marketing automation platforms
•    Experience interpreting data and applying insights.
•    Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to handle a busy workload with competing priorities.

Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
•    Enhanced Employer Pension
•    Life Assurance
•    Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
•    Generous Annual Leave - 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata for part time) 
•    Buy and Sell Annual Leave
•    Enhanced Parental Pay
•    Employee Assistance Programme

About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees. 
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application. 

Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers, we do not ask for your CV at application stage. Make sure that you answer the Application Questions to show your relevant skills and passion for the role.
Even if you don't meet every requirement of the role, we would encourage you to apply. 

Acceptable Use Policy - Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We understand that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their job applications-for example, to help structure or edit written responses. We welcome the use of AI in this way, particularly where it helps improve accessibility, such as for neurodivergent applicants. However, we ask that any information submitted reflects your own experience, skills and understanding. During interviews, candidates are expected to respond independently without the use of AI tools.

Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.

Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams 15th December 2025.