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Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy and numeracy levels amongst people in the criminal justice system?
We’ve made substantial progress in recent years, with improvements and expansions to our delivery model and significant growth in our staff team. In Spring 2026, we will launch our refreshed organisational strategy, which will shape our work over the next three years and beyond. To support this growth, we are recruiting for a full time National Director of Operations to lead our delivery across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and emerging community settings, with an ambition to reach Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in scaling our impact and strengthening our presence across the criminal justice system and beyond.
As National Director of Operations, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for our learning programmes in prisons and community settings. You will ensure high‑quality, consistent and accessible delivery, overseeing a team of six Regional Managers and a wider workforce of around 65 staff, volunteers and over 2,000 peer mentors trained each year.
Working closely with senior colleagues, partner organisations and national bodies such as HMPPS, you will drive programme excellence, innovation and partnership working. You will also play a key role in new business development, operational strategy, contractual delivery and ensuring we can reliably demonstrate the impact of our work.
The role requires an experienced operational leader with a deep commitment to improving outcomes for people facing disadvantage. You will bring:
We want to hear from applicants who are as committed to the cause as we are.
This is a home-based role but will require travel around the UK including overnight stays. This role is 5 days per week (35 hours) with working days/hours to be mutually agreed in line with business needs.
Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.
We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions. This role does require prison security clearance, so we will need to ask for details of any relevant criminal convictions before an offer of employment is finalised.
Interviews, which will be held online, are planned for the w/c 18th May.
All applications must include a CV and covering letter of no more than 2 pages which outlines your suitability for the role and how you meet the person specification.
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About Us
The National Landscapes Association represents and supports the UK’s National Landscapes (Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty) – places where we want nature and people to flourish together. These living, protected landscapes are vital to the UK’s nature recovery, climate resilience, sustainable farming and wellbeing.
We work collaboratively and inclusively to ensure these treasured places are protected, restored, and accessible to all. Our policy work is central to this mission – and we’re looking for a proficient and motivated individual to help shape and drive it forward.
About the Role
As a Nature-based Solutions Officer you will support the delivery of the National Landscapes Association’s Nature-based Solutions programme, working closely with the Head of Nature-based Solutions to develop projects, partnerships and investment opportunities across the National Landscapes network.
You will help build a strong pipeline of investable nature-based solutions projects, support National Landscapes teams to design, develop and deliver high-quality initiatives aligned to national policy and market opportunities.
You will play a key role in translating strategic ambition into practical delivery, providing coordination, technical support and stakeholder engagement across a range of projects and programmes.
About you
We are looking for someone who is;
This role is varied, exciting, and rewarding. You will have the opportunity to attend industry events, workshops, and webinars regularly. It is important that you are willing and able to maximise these opportunities and drive your own self-development as well as grow and evolve with the team.
Key Responsibilities
See the role description for more information.
Why Join Us?
At the National Landscapes Association, you’ll be part of a passionate and forward-thinking team making a meaningful impact. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of high-profile policy issues, work alongside experts across the UK, and help shape the future of our most valued landscapes.
Please apply by submitting a short CV (no more than two pages) and a covering letter (no more than two pages) which addresses the person specification criteria in the attached role description.
Interviews will be held online for short-listed candidates.
Lead and champion activity, working with National Landscapes, to protect and restore the UK's most outstanding landscapes.



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Job Title: Communications Manager
Location: Remote
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Reporting to: Head of Fundraising and Communications
Responsible for: Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Full time, permanent
GFS is seeking a strategic, proactive and values-led Communications Manager to lead the delivery of our communications function and elevate our profile across audiences and platforms. The role will support the shaping and delivery of a communications strategy that amplifies our voice, showcases our impact, and builds trust and engagement with our community. You’ll work across all areas of the organisation to coordinate messaging, manage risk and lead communications activity that reflects our feminist values and purpose.
The Communications Manager will oversee digital content, media relations, marketing and digital fundraising campaigns, working in close collaboration with the CEO, Leadership team and wider team. You will line-manage the Marketing and Communications Coordinator, ensuring high-quality content, storytelling and messaging are delivered consistently across all channels.
Please see the attached documents for more information and details on how to apply.
Timeline
How to apply
To apply for this role, please submit the following documents:
Please send all documents by midnight on Sunday 26 April 2026
Your personal statement should address the following three questions:
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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.
Your application should include an up to date CV together with a supporting statement detailing how your skills and experience align with the job description and person specification.
Please note that we will be unable to progress applications from candidates who do not answer the screening questions.
Our vision is a society where everyone can enjoy the same rights and opportunities
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Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development.
We are seeking an experienced, Glasgow-based fundraiser to join us as a Regional Development Officer. In this role, you’ll be a confident, visible champion for Mary’s Meals, someone who knows the city, understands its communities, and can build relationships that spark action. You’ll bring boldness and creativity to your work, whether delivering inspiring talks in churches and schools, making fundraising asks or forging genuine partnerships with local businesses and networks.
Using your deep knowledge of Glasgow’s people and places, you will identify high‑potential opportunities, grow income and participation, and cultivate a committed local movement of supporters and volunteers. Through strategic, outward‑facing work, you’ll turn first conversations into committed, long‑term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission.
Working closely with the Head of Scotland, you will co‑design and deliver a local growth plan shaped by the pulse of your region. You will represent Mary’s Meals across faith communities, schools, community groups, business networks, and key connectors, bringing energy, authenticity, and a passion for our mission.
Highly autonomous, you’ll combine insight, data, and local intuition to focus on areas of greatest opportunity. You’ll collaborate across the organisation to create seamless supporter journeys and tell compelling, meaningful stories. Everything you do will reflect Mary’s Meals’ warmth, simplicity, and dignity.
Key responsibilities include
Strengthen local visibility by nurturing community connectors and supporting appropriate local media engagement.
Please see the recruitment pack on our website for full list of duties.
To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary’s Meals UK, please follow the apply instructions on Charity Job where you will be redirected to our website.
Your covering letter or video should make a compelling case for why you feel motivated to apply for this role within Mary’s Meals UK, as well as giving a concise overview of your most relevant skills and experience, and should fill no more than two pages of A4.
Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK.
We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career.
Closing date for applications is Friday, 24 April.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Department: COO’s Office
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £115,000 per annum
Location: Home Based (UK wide travel as required)
Reports To: Chief Executive and Council Chair
The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to help lead the organisation through the next phase of its development. Reporting to the Chief Executive and Council Chair, Phil Garrigan, and working closely with the Board of Trustees, the COO will play a critical role in driving organisational transformation and delivery. This will ensure NFCC is well positioned to achieve its ambitious new three-year strategy and delivery plan, including preparations for the proposed College of Fire and Rescue in 2029.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a professional, responsive and agile organisation that is focused on making a real difference to public safety.
NFCC is a charity and membership organisation dedicated to making communities safer by providing national leadership, coordination and professional expertise across UK fire and rescue services. Working at NFCC offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to public safety, national resilience and the continuous improvement of an essential public service.
Operating at the intersection of operational practice, policy, assurance and system leadership, NFCC supports fire and rescue services to collaborate effectively, respond to complex and emerging risks, and maintain the highest professional standards. We work closely with government, regulators, emergency service partners and sector stakeholders to ensure that the collective voice of fire and rescue leaders is influential, credible and evidence-led.
As a values-driven organisation and registered charity, NFCC is committed to ethical leadership, transparency and public benefit. We foster a culture that is inclusive, collaborative and rooted in service to communities. Our people are trusted professionals, empowered to lead, innovate and deliver meaningful impact, supported by robust governance, assurance and accountability frameworks.
NFCC is a modern, agile organisation with a fully remote workforce. This enables us to attract and retain talented individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, while supporting flexible, inclusive and high-performing ways of working. We place strong emphasis on wellbeing, professional development and continuous learning, recognising that our effectiveness depends on the capability, integrity and commitment of our people.
Joining NFCC means working on issues of national significance, influencing the future of fire and rescue services, and helping to strengthen the resilience and safety of the communities we serve. If you are motivated by public service and professional excellence, have a strong focus on delivery and impact, and bring experience in leading business transformation and organisational change, this role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to operate at the highest level of leadership.
The Selection Process
How to apply:
If you are interested in this role and think you have the skills and experience we need, please do look at the Job description on the NFCC website.
Candidates are invited to submit their CV and a covering letter setting out how they can meet the requirements set out in the job description. Please email this to the Recruitment mailbox (details found on the NFCC Website) by 23rd April 2026.
Tests for shortlisted candidates are likely to be Week commencing 4th May 2026
Interviews taking place on the 18th & 19th May 2026
NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post.
NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive.
NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment.
NFCC is an independent membership association and the professional voice of UK fire and rescue services.
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We are Gingerbread. We’re here to fight for single parents and their families.
We campaign against the injustices that single parents face every single day, and we challenge the stigmas around being a single parent. We provide information to support all single parents so that they have the tools to support their children and themselves. And we provide a support network so that, with Gingerbread, no single parent is ever alone.
Join us today. Together, we can create a world where all single parents and their children don’t just survive but thrive.
Why join Gingerbread?
The work we do has a real impact. We make a difference in the lives of single parents. We do this through collaborative, focused working. We care passionately about the work we do, and we care for each other.
Overview of Job
The Fundraising Manager will play a key role in developing and delivering Gingerbread’s fundraising plans. The role leads our trusts and grants programme, producing strong, well‑evidenced proposals, building positive relationships with funders and ensuring our reporting clearly reflects our impact. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, they will help ensure fundraising is embedded in our work and aligned with Gingerbread’s strategic goals.
For more information about the role, please see the Advert Pack.
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BSL version can be found in the attached document
About Deaf Unity
Deaf Unity is a deaf-led charity working to empower deaf people and champion their rights. We support deaf individuals to move successfully from education into employment and beyond.
We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive, creative and highly organised individual to join Deaf Unity at an important stage in our development. This role will lead on the growth of our training offer, helping to increase income while supporting our wider charitable aims.
About the role
This is a varied role where you will take the lead on coordinating, developing and promoting Deaf Unity’s training provision. Our training includes BSL courses, e-learning, and bespoke training for organisations.
You will manage the day-to-day delivery of training while also focusing on growth—building relationships, increasing bookings and expanding our e-learning offer to reach new audiences.
This is a key role in a small, growing charity, where income generated from training directly supports deaf school leavers, jobseekers and professionals. The work you do will have a clear and positive impact.
This role would suit an existing freelancer with experience in the BSL and/or training sector.
What you’ll be doing
Training coordination and delivery
Growth and development
Administration and systems
Collaboration and improvement
About you
We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and confident building relationships. You will be comfortable balancing delivery with growth and working independently.
You will:
Knowledge of the deaf community and training or BSL provision is highly valued.
Essential:
Desirable:
Inclusion and accessibility
As a deaf-led organisation, we strongly encourage applications from deaf people. Lived experience is valued and welcomed.
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process and working environment are fully accessible. This includes:
Why join us
How to apply
-Please read the Job Description in full before applying
-Please submit your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your experience and interest in the role.
-We welcome applications in written or BSL video format.
Our vision is for deaf people to have the same tools, resources and support as their hearing peers so that they can take control of their lives.



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About the role
Our exciting three year strategy sets out our ambitious goals to drive impact at scale for victim-survivors. We are now looking for an exceptional candidate to lead some of our financial services relationships and consultancy work and support SEA in its mission to raise awareness of economic abuse and transform responses to it within the financial services sector.
Working closely with colleagues across SEA, you will foster and maintain relationships across the financial services sector, seeking opportunities to generate income for the charity and supporting our Head of Financial Services to deliver lasting change and impact.
Together we can transform frontline financial services, in practice, product and process, and save lives.
About you
At SEA we put the lived experience of victim-survivors at the heart of all that we do, including our work with financial services firms. You will be a subject matter expert on customer vulnerability and financial services firms’ regulatory requirements, as well as having a thorough understanding of industry rules and good practice. You will combine this with experience of working with vulnerable customers, including victim-survivors and bring expertise on economic abuse to ensure this is embedded within financial services’ firms’ responses.
About SEA
We are the only UK charity dedicated to raising awareness of economic abuse and transforming responses to it. We work to save lives and stop economic abuse forever.
Our vision is a world in which all women and girls achieve economic equality and can live their lives free of abuse and exploitation. Not only surviving but thriving.
Our mission is to raise awareness of economic abuse and transform responses to it.
To achieve this, we must ensure that the policies and practices of financial services firms, domestic abuse support services, public services and government reflect the needs of all victim-survivors of economic abuse.
We are committed to centring victim-survivors in all that we do and broadening our understanding of the needs of survivors, particularly those who are marginalised within society. We work alongside the Experts by Experience - a group of victim-survivors whose voices and experiences shape our work.
Our primary focus is on influencing the women’s, public and financial services sectors, to create a model for improved support for victim-survivors of economic abuse, calling on government to facilitate these changes and work with them to improve their systems and practice.
What we offer
To apply
Please apply via our website
Applications open from 9 April and close at 11.59pm on 7 May 2026. Interviews will take place virtually, week beginning 1 June.
Direct applications only – no agencies please.
Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA) is committed to developing an inclusive team which reflects the diversity of the communities we support. Our culture celebrates diverse voices, and we particularly encourage applications from Black and minoritised applicants and disabled applicants who are under-represented at SEA.
SEA is a Disability Confident Committed, and Kinship Friendly Employer.
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