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Multi-award-winning Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Appeal works in partnership with Aardman to support Bristol Children’s Hospital and St Michael’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We are seeking a talented individual to join our ambitious team to manage our flagship family accommodation service.
You will be responsible for the operational delivery of our family accommodation service, including the management of the housekeeping team, and you will ensure that all families receive a warm welcome, and experience first-rate accommodation during their stay.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong organisational skills are key attributes for this role. You will engage with hospital staff, and the families in their care, on a daily basis. The successful candidate will be expected to support the principles, values, and objectives of The Grand Appeal.
Our ideal candidate will be experienced in supporting individuals and families experiencing challenging circumstances. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate considered, balanced and reasoned judgement; and be able to navigate and address complex issues with sensitivity and delicacy. The successful candidate will have exceptional organisational skills and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
Applicants will be expected to bring energy, enthusiasm and positivity to all elements of the role, using initiative and self-motivation to drive success. The role is based across multiple sites adjacent to Bristol Children’s Hospital and St Michael’s Hospital which the applicant will be required to attend daily.
The role will involve close collaboration with wider Grand Appeal team members to engage and actively encourage families to support the charity. The successful applicant will also play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality comms and marketing across all the sites on which accommodation is provided, by working closely with colleagues across the wider charity.
The Grand Appeal offers a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding workplace for its approx. 40 staff. We have a strong team culture in which all staff are expected to play an important part. Our staff are talented, creative, ambitious and The Grand Appeal’s most important resource.
We offer:
· Competitive salary
· Generous holiday allowance
· Healthcare plan (after probation)
· Pension scheme (including Salary Sacrifice)
If this sounds like the right workplace for you, you have the required skills and experience, and you are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities:
· To lead and manage the daily operation of the Grand Appeal’s family accommodation service
· To provide a warm, supportive welcome to families staying in our accommodation
· To liaise with staff in hospital wards to allocate accommodation
· To build strong relationships with all families and guests, engage with them to encourage fundraising and support
· To manage the Standard Operating Procedures for all accommodation premises, ensuring a safe, clean and welcoming environment is provided for all guests and visitors
· To manage the housekeeping provision, ensuring a high standard of housekeeping is delivered across all accommodation sites
· To deliver strong budget and stock management and effective procurement practices
· To ensure required training, development and recruitment checks are completed for all housekeeping staff
· To consistently exhibit the values of the Grand Appeal and managerial behaviours
· To demonstrate effective team working skills across all aspects of the role
Key tasks:
Providing a high-quality accommodation experience
· Deliver high-quality accommodation service on a daily basis
· Build and maintain relationships with key staff at each hospital to ensure open communication and alignment to deliver a compliant, safe and high-quality accommodation service
· Undertake daily liaison with key ward/hospital staff to agree allocation of available accommodation
· Work closely with the hospital staff to manage any concerns arising
· Ensure accommodation is allocated in line with the Grand Appeal strategy, policies and procedures
· Provide a warm welcome and induction for guests on arrival and provide ongoing support during their stay
· Regularly review all guest materials to ensure impact and accuracy
· Develop strong relationships with guests during their stay and provide engaging information about the charity and encourage future fundraising and support
· Design and deliver a programme of regular touchpoints with guests, for example weekly coffee mornings
· Ensure guest data is accurately recorded and processed in line with GDPR requirements
· Develop and deliver a process for getting feedback on the accommodation service
Operational management
· Work closely to support the wider Operations and Services Team
· Manage the daily allocation of work for housekeeping staff and regularly check standards
· Maintain good stock levels for cleaning materials, bedding, appliances etc., to ensure the smooth running of the accommodation
· Manage the annual accommodation budget and ensure effective procurement practices are in place and implemented
· Manage, review and suggest improvements to the Grand Appeal’s standard operating procedures for family accommodation
· On an interim basis, work with the wider team to provide whatever support is required for the servicing, maintenance and testing requirements for the accommodation e.g. fire checks and alarm servicing
Income generation and team working
· Work collaboratively to ensure all touch points for income generation are presented
· Encourage donations and fundraising from guests and provide relevant information on ways they can support the charity
· Make introductions to the wider fundraising team
· Support Grand Appeal events including representing the charity at events as required
· Act as an advocate and spokesperson for the charity, to support media requests and donor visits
· Support the marketing and communications team to help identify suitable guests to be involved in future media requests and/or case studies
Other tasks
· Keep abreast of governance requirements pursuant to all charity activity, including but not limited to the Charities Act, Fundraising Regulator, Institute of Fundraising Code of Practice, Gambling Commission and General Data Protection Regulation.
· Carry out other tasks and duties as required, to support colleagues across the organisation.
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder and according to future changes/developments in the charity. All job descriptions are non-contractual and give a sense of the broad scope of the role and so include a level of flexibility. While they list some key tasks there will also always be tasks that arise, and which can be reasonably expected of the role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who we're looking for
Brilliant storyteller with confidence in their digital marketing, copywriting and PR skills.
Changemaker who is excited about embedding and championing our new brand.
Motivated communicator who will improve engagement with our stakeholders.
Creative leader who enjoys a proactive and responsive environment.
Impact and evidence champion to influence target audiences, raise awareness and garner support.
Values-led collaborator who will build strong relationships with our team, members and strategic partners.
Our focus is on creating libraries of tomorrow with children and young people today.
We want all children and young people to feel at home at the library, to be understood, empowered and inspired. Our collaborative network is made up of member, partners and supporters. We believe in the need for safe spaces and real-life connections to support the demands of modern life. Together, we’re creating change, and you can be a part of it.
Our charity is going through a rebirth, with a new name, strategy and brand identity launching this autumn. This is a pivotal time for a passionate, skilled communicator to join our team. We’re looking for someone to bring the energy and expertise to take us into this new chapter and to new heights, maximising impact and reach.
We are an Arts Council England Investment Principles Support Organisation. Our members are leaders in children and young people’s public libraries and schools library services (SLS).
What’s important to us needs to be important to you too. We want to focus on impact, to work openly, to collaborate with and learn from others, to take the time to care for ourselves and each other, and to have fun together. We want to build an environmentally sustainable charity, and we want to be celebrated as an inclusion changemaker in the sector.
Experience as a communications professional is essential and you’ll be energised by the opportunity to:
- Raise our profile higher within the sector.
- Raise awareness of the range of activities and impacts libraries deliver for children and young people through research, evidence and compelling communication.
- Develop, manage and deliver targeted advocacy for public libraries and schools library services.
- Maintain and cultivate proactive relationships with advocacy and influencing partners to ensure children and young people are always represented in national policy discussions.
- Embed and champion a strong brand, which supports our members and resonates with new stakeholders to ensure we are the ‘go to partner’ for children and young people’s libraries.
- Maximise our use of existing and new research and data to evidence the impact of library services for children and young people’s and schools library services.
- Promote the sector-leading work of our charity, grow our membership and develop new and innovative ways to increase our reach and engagement.
- Develop a strong case for support to attract new funders and supporters.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. If you would like to discuss specific requirements, please get in touch.
Further information including the role description and application form is available on our website.
Creating libraries of tomorrow with children and young people today.
We are looking for a collaborative individual with strong management skills to build relationships and deliver activities in partnership with our local communities.
The Community Engagement manager will be responsible for in building relationships with new, and existing community partners to expand our reach and increase our delivery of inclusive and engaging experiences through co-production with our local communities.
The Community Engagement Manager is also responsible for supporting the development of, and working with, our two community advisory groups – our community Youth Forum of Young Curators and our Community Cultural Champions who help to shape and co-curate our programming including exhibitions and events.
You will be someone with experience of managing community engagement activities or programmes in a museum, heritage, charity or similar organisation. You will be confident in leading on evaluating the impact of our community programming for GPM’s audiences and committed to continuously improving our offer. You will have a strong commitment to equality and diversity, with experience of developing audiences through implementing accessible and inclusive practice. You will feel comfortable working with colleagues from a range of professional backgrounds and varying levels of seniority, and similarly with the diverse cluster of communities that together are responsible for West London’s vibrant culture.
You will share our passion for co-creation and be skilled in building relationships between organisations and the communities they serve.
Please see our website for full details and how to apply. It is anticipated that interviews will take place 6th – 8th August at Gunnersbury Museum.
Hybrid and flexible working is available based on the operational needs of the Museum Service.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Salary: Up to £44,093 depending on experience
40 hours per week (some shift work/on call duties)
Permanent
“Incredible and Inspiring Manager Needed”
“We are looking for someone who is full of life, ideas, creativity and energy but has lived life, can find interesting ways to share their knowledge and inspire us to great things. We have a lot to offer the world, but sometimes it is locked deep inside us and has not yet found a way out. We want someone who can help us find a key to unlock our potential. It won’t always be easy and it might not always go to plan, but the bumps in the road are things that you learn from and we are looking for someone who is brave enough to get involved and enjoy the good times with us but laugh at the mistakes too”
“So, what are you waiting for? Apply now!”
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This ad is approved by St Christopher's Young People
About the Role
We are looking for a resourceful, energetic and outgoing individual who can deal effectively with challenging situations and behaviour, motivate young people to manage risk and support a team of professional staff in a supported accommodation home in Lewisham.
Key aspects of the job will be:
- To safeguard young people through sound management strategies, collaborative working with external agencies and emergency services and compliance with local authority safeguarding procedures.
- To provide regular supervision for staff and assess training needs to required performance and development standards. To source and/or deliver training and coaching where appropriate.
- To ensure housing management policies and practices are effectively operated. This will include maximisation of income, licence management and implementation of fair and equitable referral procedures.
- To ensure appropriate staff cover is maintained in the home through production of rotas and, where necessary, recruitment of locum covers. To ensure that staffing needs are met within designated budgets.
About Us
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
St Christopher’s Academy
We have recently launched “St Christopher’s Academy” to ensure our staff is continually developing. We will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website.
Applicants should have
- At least three years’ experience of providing leaving care and/or housing support to single homeless or other vulnerable client groups, including young people.
- At least one year’s experience of effectively managing professional staff.
- A good understanding of Safeguarding and the legal framework relevant to the provision of residential services for young people aged 16+.
- Thorough knowledge of the issues that lead to young people becoming homeless, including those relating to alcohol/drug dependency and mental health and complex needs.
- Familiarity with the welfare benefits system and with the range of resources, statutory and non-statutory agencies and services relevant to supporting young people.
- Awareness of health and safety regulations and procedures to minimise risk.
- A high regard for young people with the ability to relate successfully to individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and to manage conflict situations.
- A vocational or management qualification at NVQ level 4 or equivalent would be desirable.
What you should expect from us
- Salary: Up to £44,093 depending on experience
- A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
- 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
- Industry Leading training programme including access to children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy,
- Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
- UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
- BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
- Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
- Blue light Card: Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
- Discretionary Funded Training Programs.
- Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.
- Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.
Recruitment Process
At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification visit our website.
Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.
For more information or assistance during the application process, please visit our website.
We advise to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List.
All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’.
We are a leading charity for children and young people, providing fostering, children's homes and leaving care services across the UK and Isle of Man





The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting new opportunity to join Icebreaker One as an Account Manager
About Icebreaker One
We are a diverse collection of like minded people whose expertise spans policy and science, finance and engineering, data and systems—working together to tackle one of the greatest challenges of our time. We need your help.
Our mission is to make data work harder to deliver net-zero outcomes.
The role
Contract: Permanent - ASAP
Location: Remote
Hours: Full time (Icebreaker One works a four-day week, Mon-Thurs)
Rate: Circa £35k
Team
Reporting to the Head of Sales (currently fulfilled by the account management team), collaborating with the Head of Community and Sales & Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator. Work closely with the membership and account management team, programme and project managers. Liaise and collaborate across the business with product, data services and communications.
Core Responsibilities
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Work with the account management team to identify, target and secure long term government, corporate, and private income from various sources to deliver the team target of £2m
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Support the team in the management of multiple high-level and enterprise client relationships (six-figure contracts)
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Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders
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Attend client meetings and take live notes, record actions and send follow up emails summarising the meeting outcomes and next steps
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Track the delivery of actions with the account management team
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Execute strategic account development plans that align with client goals and objectives, ensuring long-term success
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Ensure the delivery of ongoing multi-year renewals, retention and client satisfaction
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Tracking contract deadlines and working with the team to ensure renewals are submitted in good time
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Collaboration with Data Services, Membership and Communications teams as required for delivery
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CRM maintenance and updating to track pipeline
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Draft and deliver regular status, updates and reports
Supporting responsibilities
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Supporting the identification, connecting and recruitment of a diverse range of experts, members and stakeholders to join and participate in our work
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Attend daily stand ups, standing meetings and participate in regular Show & Tells
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Use insight from close engagement with partners to feed back into and evolve internal processes and documents used to support account management
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Supporting the bid team in identifying and inputting into proposals
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Socialise the Icebreaker One constellation (expert network) among teams within strategic partners
Knowledge, Skills, Experience
Demonstrable experience of
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3-4 years demonstrable experience in a similar role
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Excellent communication and writing skills
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Excellent organisational and analytical skills
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A proven track record of maintaining clear and ongoing communication with clients, and converting client relationships into contract renewals and new business.
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A highly collaborative, encouraging approach with the ability to help others understand how to achieve big-picture objectives and goals
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Engaging people one-to-one effectively online and in person
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Ability to summarise findings so that they can be understood by non-experts
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Bringing together groups and individuals and uniting them with a common cause—via a range of face-to-face and virtual events, get-togethers, social media and communication forums
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Using and applying Google Suite/Workspace, Slack, social media and other tools for working remotely and in the open
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The ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Specifics, ideally some or all of the following:
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An understanding of net-zero business and policy landscape in our sector focuses (e.g. energy, ESG, finance, built world, transport, agriculture), and Net-zero standards, frameworks, methodologies
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An understanding of standards & licensing (e.g. Open, Shared, and Closed data)
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An understanding of governance, regulations, and approaches around data sharing (e.g. Smart Data, GDPR)
Apply today
Email a CV and cover letter/links to pages that show us what you have done, and can do, to help us achieve our mission.
Applications must be received by 0900 (GMT), 2025-08-06
As a team, we are committed to equality and creating an inclusive culture with diverse and balanced backgrounds. We actively encourage applications from everyone and will help to support you to reach your full potential and to be yourself in a working environment based on dignity, respect and mutual support. Before applying you will need to ensure you have the right to work in the UK and can provide documentary evidence of this. The role does require the applicant to be able to work within a UK time zone
If you have any queries or need any advice or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us
Full details are available on our website
Our mission is to make data work harder to deliver net zero.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
| Position | Communications Manager
| Salary | £37,000 - £40,000
| Contract type | Permanent & Full-Time
| Remote/Hybrid | Hybrid
| Days in office | 3 days per week from Croydon office, mixed with hybrid home working
| Overview and key points on the role | Are you a creative, unflappable communications professional with the emotional intelligence to navigate sensitive stories and diverse audiences? Do you want to lead the day-to-day delivery of bold, unapologetic communications that put survivors at the heart of everything — and help raise vital funds to support them? This is a unique opportunity to join Rape Crisis South London at a pivotal moment, as we launch our first-ever Fundraising & Communications directorate and bring our powerful new brand to life. You’ll own our external and internal comms channels — from social media and newsletters to media relations and website content — driving awareness, donations, and meaningful change. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, ambitious environment where your ideas and creative energy can shape powerful public narratives. You’ll be a natural relationship-builder who can switch tone instinctively, whether speaking with survivors, brand agencies, journalists, or senior leaders. You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, bringing our mission alive with clarity, empathy, and impact.
What you’ll do: Lead the day-to-day delivery of all communications activity, ensuring every message is on-brand, survivor-centred, and bold Manage and create content for social media, newsletters, website and press, shaping compelling campaigns that grow our audience and fundraising income Work with external agencies and PR consultants to deliver creative campaigns and media opportunities Respond sensitively and swiftly to reactive media enquiries and sensitive stories Train and support colleagues to use our brand and tone of voice consistently Use insight and evaluation to continually improve the impact of our communications
Who you are: Highly organized, motivated, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving environment Emotionally intelligent and confident communicating about sensitive issues with empathy and care A skilled storyteller and sharp editor with a keen eye for detail and brand consistency Proactive and creative, with a knack for spotting opportunities and turning ideas into action Experienced working across digital platforms and managing media relations Passionate about ending sexual violence and committed to equality, diversity and inclusion
Why join us? You’ll be part of a bold, survivor-led organisation driving change in South London and beyond. This is a chance to help us flip the script on sexual violence — raising our profile, deepening public understanding, and bringing vital funds to support survivors. You’ll work with a passionate, diverse, and dynamic team who value collaboration and innovation. To find out more about the role and how to apply, please see the attached job description. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage candidates who bring diverse experiences and perspectives.
Join us to help change the conversation and support survivors — apply today!
The post is open to female applicants only as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. RCSL is an equal opportunities employer, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in management and leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement. All positions are located in the UK and require the right to work in the UK.
| How to apply | Please apply with an up-to-date CV and cover letter (of up to 1000 words) identifying how you meet the essential and any desirable qualifications, skills and experience
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Location: This is a Regional role acting as a single point of contact for Northern Ireland, Wales, Central and South England, so you can be based at a Trust Centre in Birmingham or London. You will need to be in the office 2 days per week and be willing to travel to other offices as and when required.
1st stage interviews: 04/08 face-to-face in our South London Centre
For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.
Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional ready to make a real difference? Join The King’s Trust Health & Safety team as our Health & Safety Manager and help us build a culture where safety enables, not hinders, life-changing work with young people. In this solution-focused role, you’ll act as a trusted advisor, ensuring that our programmes, buildings, and events are safe, compliant, and empowering for colleagues, volunteers, young people and partners alike.
We're looking for someone with a Level 6 qualification (or equivalent experience) in occupational safety and health, chartered IOSH membership (or working towards it), and a strong grasp of UK H&S legislation and risk management, particularly in events and food safety. You must be confident delivering bespoke training, leading investigations, audits, and behavioural safety initiatives independently, with experience advising senior leaders in large or complex organisations, ideally in the charity or youth sector.
If you’re proactive, people-focused, and ready to take the lead on creating safer workplaces across the UK, we want to hear from you. This is more than compliance, it’s a chance to enable our teams to do their best work safely, every day.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Health & Safety Managers?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Health & Safety Managers!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
Equal Opportunities
Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives.
We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
Safeguarding
The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
Req ID: 3584
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Carers First is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.
We have a committed, dedicated staff team and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that valuable difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values in all that we achieve by being positive, collaborative and ambitious and we have clear plans to scale our reach, support and impact for carers.
About this role
As a Director of Income and Engagement your responsibilities would include: -
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Lead, inspire and manage an integrated Income, Data and Communications Team to diversify and increase income to reach and engage more carers.
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Drive a substantial increase in voluntary income and the charity’s supporter base.
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Lead on communications and campaigns to support delivery of the charity’s strategy.
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Take an active role as a member of Carers First Leadership Team to shape and implement the charity’s strategy and unlock the whole organisation’s potential.
About you
To be successful in this role you will need -
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Experience in strategic planning with an ability to produce and deliver creative and impactful income generation and communications plans with targets and measures.
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Demonstrable achievements in planning and delivering significant income growth within a charity, from a diverse range of sources, including trusts and foundations, community fundraising, individual giving, major donors, legacies and corporate partnerships.
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Demonstrable experience in writing compelling, robust and evidence-based proposals and cases for support for funders.
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Extensive experience of planning and delivering national and local communications/marketing tailored to key audiences, across multiple channels, to increase reach and engagement with key audiences.
We are looking for passionate people who are committed to the overall aims and objectives of the Charity. Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Carers First can offer you
In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package. Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.
How to apply
To apply for our exciting opportunity and make a real difference to the lives of carers, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application. Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable.
Interview process
The closing date for applications is 5pm on 8 August 2025. There will be a two-stage process.
Candidates who have fully evidenced they meet the requirements of the Personal Specification to a satisfactory standard will be long-listed and invited to Stage 1.
Stage 1: Informal online meeting with the Chief Executive to discuss their application. Please note that applications will be assessed on an ongoing basis and therefore it would be helpful to make an early application.
Following the informal meeting, candidates will be short-listed and successful candidates will be invited to Stage 2:
Stage 2: Week commencing 18 August 2025 - formal face-to-face interview in London. As part of the formal interview, candidates will be asked to give a presentation, and details will be provided in advance.
Carers First is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Positive Collaborative Ambitious
Our new three-year strategy will enable us to grow our work to reach and support significantly more carers delivering innovative programmes of support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Today, 12 children and young people will be diagnosed with cancer. We’ll stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.
- £39,784 (non-London); £42,087 (London)
- 35 hours a week
- Maternity contract, up to 12 months fixed-term contract
- Hybrid variable role, based in our Bristol or London office once a week. Some further project-based travel may be required.
- Closing date: 9am, Monday 4 August 2025
- Interviews: week commencing 11 August 2025
Change lives in a life-changing career
When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it’s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain.
The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. That’s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.
We challenge the systems and policies that surround children and young people, we highlight gaps and campaign for change. Because we know what a better future could look like. And we know what we need to do to make that future a reality. We need to push harder, reach further and work smarter. And we need the right people on our team to help us get there. People like you.
About the role
As the Brand and Creative Manager you will lead a team of two to collaborate with colleagues across the charity, external agencies and children and young people with cancer, and their families, to create and oversee the delivery of a calendar of content that lead to deeper levels of engagement, greater action and a significant increase in income.
You will manage our brand identity, lead the on-going development and delivery of our brand guidelines and tone of voice workshops to empower colleagues to create their own audience-led communications.
You will demonstrate the importance of diversity, accessibility and inclusion in everything we do, and review, feedback and sign off all creative design work, ensuring it follows our brand guidelines and tone of voice.
This role is subject to a criminal record check. In the event of a successful application a basic criminal record check will be completed.
What will I be doing?
No two days are the same at Young Lives vs Cancer. So, summarising your ‘day to day’ isn’t easy. Here are some of the main things you’ll be doing, but you’ll find more details in our Role Details document.
Brand
- Support the delivery of our programme of brand activations, increasing external brand knowledge, understanding and engagement through the development and delivery of high-quality, insight-driven activity.
- Manage our brand identity, lead the on-going development and delivery of our brand guidelines and tone of voice workshops to empower colleagues to create their own audience-led communications.
- Demonstrate the importance of diversity, accessibility and inclusion in everything we do.
- Review, feedback and sign off all creative design work, ensuring it follows our brand guidelines and tone of voice.
Content
- Work with the Head of Strategic Communications and Brand to deliver our content strategy.
- Oversee the creation and production of high-quality, impactful multi-channel creative and content. Stay on top of trends and audience insight and external innovation and inspiration.
- Lead others to identify the best routes and resource to delivering creative projects; provide professional expertise and guidance about the most appropriate design and production solutions; responsible for ensuring the visual and verbal identity is being effectively implemented across a range of outputs, both online and offline.
- Lead the team and work with a roster of freelancers, agencies and children and young people to create evergreen multimedia content, by creating user-generated guides and sharing support.
- Deliver on-going inductions to our external vendors and training to internal colleagues.
What do I need?
Diverse perspectives and unique skillsets are at the heart of Young Lives vs Cancer. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet the criteria and person specification fully. Your potential is what matters most to us, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment to help you develop.
The key skills we’re looking for in this role are:
- Demonstrative experience situations where you have swiftly built strong stakeholder relationships to truly understand the “problem”, before co-creating the “solution”.
- Proven experience of embedding processes and successfully collaborating with multiple stakeholders with differing needs.
- Experience leading teams to deliver, implement and evaluate a programme of brand activations to increase external brand knowledge, understanding and engagement through the development and delivery of high-quality, insight-driven activity.
- Leading and motivating a team, to ensure they are supported and managed to meet their potential.
- Involving people with lived experience through co-creation, co-production and evaluation.
- Solid experience of delivering content strategies across all online and offline channels.
- Confident working with creative and media agencies to get the best out of them, ensuring they embody our brand and deliver excellent work.
- Providing internal training to empower colleagues to create their own content and embed our brand, verbally and visually.
What will I gain?
For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you’ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here’s how we do it:
- Flexible working: we’re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage
- Development days: four days a year to do what works for you – from catching up on training to going for a walk
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Great family/caring leave entitlements
- Enhanced pension
- Access to our employee savings scheme
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation – or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don’t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it.
We’re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren’t there yet, and we’re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more.
Accessibility
We’re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible.Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview.
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The charity delivers first-class, world-renowned training via The Institute of Pre-Hospital Care. It has influenced clinical guidelines, governance standards, and the practice of air ambulances in the U.K, Europe and Australia.
We are seeking to appoint an organised and enthusiastic Degrees Manager to join our friendly team on a fixed term (12 months), full-time basis. This role will have responsibility for the delivery of our two degree programmes, co-convened with Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). The Degrees Manager will work closely with university colleagues and degrees faculty, as well as the clinical and operational teams from both the HEMS and PRU services.
Reporting to the Head of The Institute of Pre-Hospital Care, the post will have responsibility for the delivery of the degree programmes. The post holder will be an integral part of the Institute team working closely with other members of the wider LAA charity team.
You will be a highly organised and experienced person with a can-do attitude, meticulous attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
If you have a keen interest in the delivery of high-quality degree courses, please apply today!
Who we are
Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that’s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids' health, through improving school food & food education. Working in areas of high deprivation, we support and train schools and their kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share our learning and resources freely, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead.
We’re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well.
About you and the role
This is a pivotal role, at a pivotal moment for us. We are entering a critical growth phase, which includes rapidly expanding our own operations and managing significant external partnership. As Head of Finance & Systems, you will be accountable for ensuring we have the right systems and structures in place to grow at pace without detriment to good governance.
The purpose of this role is to lead on our finance strategy, and ensure all of our systems, reporting and processes are helping to drive forward the charity and deliver on our objectives at scale. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Directors to ensure that financial planning is effective and supported by accurate data analysis. You will report directly to Trustees as required and ensure that the highest standards of transparency and probity are maintained.
You will be joining the team during a period of growth in the size and complexity of our delivery. We currently have 24 employees and anticipate growing significantly in the next twelve months. You will have a crucial role in shaping our systems and processes to ensure we can scale effectively, both our existing programmes and a new membership-based programme that is in development. We’re looking for an experienced finance professional with an interest in effectively using technology and systems to drive efficiency, without compromising on accuracy or compliance.
You will oversee all financial administration, ensuring this is carried out proficiently and in line with all legal and regulatory requirements, including ultimate responsibility for ensuring that all statutory filings are made accurately and on time. Your role will also encompass ensuring that we operate within legal & regulatory frameworks and stay up to date with changes in relevant legislation.
The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don’t meet every requirement, but feel as though you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we would urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important ‘experience’ is passion for our mission. You may be just the right candidate for this, or other roles.
We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you’re at ease. We’re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know.
As we work with children & young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy.
Key responsibilities:
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Developing a comprehensive financial strategy that supports the delivery of the charity’s objectives and activities
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Developing our systems strategy, including reviewing suitability of our current systems (Quickbooks for accountancy, Beacon CRM, PLEO for expenses management, Survey Monkey for data collection etc. ) and ensuring optimal use of systems, maximising automation, and using AI where appropriate.
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Constantly seeking to develop and improve the organisation’s financial systems, policies and procedures to promote dynamic, best practice and up-to-date application of tools, systems and approaches
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Leading and developing the Finance and Office Manager and ensuring effective support from the external book-keeping team.
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Lead on creation of the annual budget, working closely with Directors.
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Advising the Chief Executive, team and Trustees, ensuring that benefits and risks of decisions are fully considered and fit with the overall financial strategy
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Oversee sound financial administration, management and governance across the organisation, ensuring robust financial controls in place and operating effectively.
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Provide leadership and guidance to all things finance related, providing mentoring and support to the team, and coaching on financial awareness.
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Accountability for monitoring that the organisation’s services are, and will, run to budget, supporting budget holders and reporting promptly on risks
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Have ultimate oversight of the external audit and production of the statutory accounts, supported in delivery of this by the Finance & Office Manager
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Oversee production of management accounts and bespoke financial reports, including accurate forecasting, incisive analysis and accessible narrative commentary, ensuring decision-makers have the information they need.
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Forecasting cash flow and managing the treasury position.
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Support the Partnerships & Impact team and Programme Managers with financial inputs to funding proposals and ensure restricted funds are used in compliance with grant conditions.
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Oversight of finance, governance and basic HR administration, supporting the Finance and Office Manager with high profile or complex queries, seeking specialist advice on financial or compliance matters as required
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Ensuring GDPR compliance across the organisation
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Leading an effective risk management process.
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Ensuring the organisation’s compliance with charity law, in accordance with the Charity Commission in England & Wales and all financial reporting requirements.
Skills & experience:
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You have interest and belief in our mission, to improve kids’ health through improving food and food education in schools
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You have full or partial qualification through an accredited accountancy body
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You have experience in a senior finance role (e.g., Director, Head of) in any sector, and some experience within a finance function in the 3rd sector (in particular familiarity with Charities SORP and experience of administering restricted funds).
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You have experience of audit
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You enjoy a mix of leadership and rolling up sleeves to get hands on
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You take a pragmatic and dynamic approach to robust financial management
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You can turn complex and dry data, into clear and engaging narrative
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You have project managed the implementation of new systems (accountancy / CRM / data) and have a good awareness of new technologies
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You are organised, methodical, strong on detail, and able to map out deadlines and plan ahead
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You are skilled in leading a team and building rapport with people, and strike a balance between being supportive and challenging
Benefits
You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality’s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you’ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights.
We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays. We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice.
We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.
Application process
In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we invite candidates to answer a series of questions related to their day-to-day job. Please follow this link to answer the questions and submit your application along with your CV.
We recommend that you develop your answers offline and copy them in when you’re ready to ensure you don’t lose your work if interrupted.
Your answers will go through our sifting process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers. A long list of candidates will then additionally have their CVs reviewed. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30 mins online interview. Successful candidates will be invited to attend a second, in-person interview at our office in Brixton, London.
Expected duration of this application process: 7 weeks
First interviews will be held on Thurs 14th Aug.
Second interviews will be held on Weds 20th Aug.
We’re on a mission to transform kids’ health through food – plate by plate, class by class, school by school.





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Fundraising Manager
We are looking for an experienced Fundraising Manager – Trusts & Foundations and Corporate Fundraising to join a pioneering organisation.
You will be working for a charity that transforms the lives of care-experienced young people, helping them gain the skills, confidence, and inspiration to achieve sustainable employment. If you're passionate about strategic fundraising and creating life-changing opportunities, this role is for you.
Position: Fundraising Manager – Trusts & Foundations and Corporate Fundraising
Location: London
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, permanent, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday). Hybrid role with occasional evening or weekend work.
Start Date: Immediate Start
Benefits: 24 days annual leave plus 3 days over Christmas. 3% pension contribution after 3 months of service. Employee assistance programme.
Closing Date: Monday 4th August 2025
About the Role:
As Fundraising Manager, you will support the Director of Fundraising in implementing our charity's strategy across trusts & foundations and corporate fundraising. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering fundraising plans, managing donor relationships, and leading income generation from both new and existing funders. This includes building funding propositions for corporate donors, securing grants, and stewarding relationships to maximise long-term support.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identify and apply for funding from trusts, foundations, and corporates.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with funders and major donors.
- Manage the full grant and partnership lifecycle—from research to reporting.
- Collaborate with the Head of Partnerships to secure income from strategic corporate partners.
- Develop compelling, impact-driven funding proposals tailored to donor motivations.
- Organise donor events and cultivation activities.
- Ensure GDPR compliance and effective donor acknowledgement systems.
- Maintain up-to-date records and reporting systems for pipeline management.
- Stay abreast of fundraising trends, especially in youth, employability, and CSR sectors.
About You:
You’ll be an experienced fundraiser with a track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts.
You'll have a passion for transforming young lives and thrive in a mission-driven environment. You bring a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on fundraising execution, with the confidence to engage major donors and corporates.
Experience, Qualifications, and Skills:
- At least 3 years' experience in fundraising, with success in securing significant grants.
- At least 2 years' experience in corporate fundraising or CSR partnerships.
- Strong written and verbal communication, with excellent proposal-writing skills.
- Outstanding research and analytical abilities.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
- Empathy for care-experienced young people and a commitment to the charity’s mission.
- Understanding of donor/partner motivations and corporate philanthropy.
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM desirable.
- Event management and knowledge of local funders and corporate CSR programmes is a plus.
If you have the passion and skills to drive income that directly supports care-experienced young people into meaningful careers, apply today and make a lasting difference.
To apply you will be asked to submit your CV along with a covering letter detailing how your skills, motivation and experience meet the requirements of the role.
You may have experience in roles such as: Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Manager, Senior Fundraiser, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Development Manager, Income Generation Officer, Major Donor Fundraiser, Grants Officer, or Corporate Giving Manager.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
School Partnerships Alliance
Membership & Communications Manager
3-4 days per week
£35,000-£45,000 pro rata and subject to experience
Mainly remote (at least initially), with in-person attendance required at monthly team meetings and in-person membership related events which may take place at differing locations, across the UK.
First-round interviews will be held online on Tuesday 12th August. Second round interviews will be in person in London on Friday 15th August.
We are willing to wait for the successful candidate to work through a notice period, but that candidate will be able to start from 1st September 2025 or as soon as available thereafter.
About Us
Formed in 2021, the School Partnerships Alliance (S.P.A.) is an independent, non-politically aligned membership and delivery organisation which supports and promotes impactful, sustainable and mutually beneficial cross-sector school partnerships. We promote and develop best practice, commission research, provide training and offer a wide range of partnership brokering and audit support. We wholeheartedly support the delivery of the strongest pupil outcomes for all children and our national programmes and initiatives are informed by research and experience and driven by impact.
The S.P.A.’s ambition is to become the leading, evidence-led, trusted voice on school partnerships in the UK. Working as a force for school improvement, our vision is for independent-maintained school partnership work to embed itself into the fabric of the national school system; one which is both self-improving and sustainable. We work to enrich both public and policymaker understanding of the benefits of cross-sector school partnerships through research, targeted initiatives and impact analysis.
Our long-term goal is for all UK schools to partner in some form, to improve both their own and their partner schools’ performance and deliver benefits to all pupils, particularly those attending schools in under-resourced areas. We want to work with a wide range of organisations and individuals who share our vision for a fairer future for all children and build a national strategy for school partnerships. A future where all schools work together for meaningful, mutual benefit to support the educational and emotional needs and aspirations of the next generation.
Purpose of the Role
The Membership & Communications Manager is a new part time role at the School Partnerships Alliance, reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with our Executive Assistant. You will join us at an exciting time as we develop our new organisational strategy and expand our current school membership offer. As this is a new position this post does not currently have direct reports, but there may be an opportunity to recruit additional team member(s) as the organisation continues to grow over the next 12-18 months. You will be required to work closely with both our CEO and Director of Programmes and Research to lead on the development and delivery of the membership strategy, both stewarding and growing our membership base year on year. You will also be required to manage our new website, provide support with our social media, and ensure that all member communications align with both our brand values and guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver a new, robust membership strategy that supports the S.P.A.’s key objectives. This will include new member acquisition, current member retention and ensuring that stewardship of school members is effective and fit for purpose. You will work with the Director of Programmes and Research to help deliver a credible school partnerships CPD programme and collaborate with the wider S.P.A. team to create a tangible, attractive membership offer (both on and off-line) that will bring schools together, challenge existing partnership practice and support new thinking.
- Actively identify, solicit and enrol new schools as members, building and maintaining an evolving pipeline of new membership prospects.
- Plan and prepare for meetings with current and potential members and accompany CEO and/or Director of Programmes and Research to cultivation meetings where appropriate.
- Be the first point of call for all members and with the support of the Executive Assistant to the CEO, oversee the processing of all new membership applications, renewals and invoices and ensure all enquiries from existing and prospective members are responded to in a timely manner.
- Work with the wider team to confirm a calendar of membership events across the school year. These will take place both online and/or in locations across the UK, so occasional travel will be required.
- Oversee the membership budget and provide quarterly income forecasts and reports to the CEO and Trustees, monitoring and reporting against income targets.
- Build and maintain partnerships with wider S.P.A. stakeholders to include external school membership organisations, MATs and S.P.A. trustees.
- Empower S.P.A. staff and our trustee board to support membership development, utilising their talents and networks effectively.
- Lead on the preparation of high-quality digital membership communication and related marketing and event materials.
- Oversee the establishment of an appropriate administration system to ensure effective membership tracking, due diligence, and to ensure that the S.P.A. has a robust, professional approach to member stewardship.
- Ensure all membership delivery complies with our internal protocols and all external regulations.
- To attend relevant S.P.A in person events.
- To be an active ambassador for the organisation and carry out any other related duties deemed commensurate with the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Passionate advocate for young people and a commitment to the School Partnerships Alliance’s central mission.
- A minimum of 3 years non-profit membership/communications/fundraising experience in a relevant role would be desirable.
- A proven track record of securing membership subsidies and/or donations from trusts and foundations, corporate partners and major donors.
- Excellent relationship and people management skills, varying your style to the needs of the audience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Excellent team skills, strong listening and problem-solving abilities with a positive attitude.
- Excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work to deadlines.
- Proficiency in CANVA/In Design and MS PowerPoint to create impactful digital communications.
- Thorough knowledge of structured CRM systems and support tools, all MS Office including Excel.
- Strong understanding of account management and relationship management.
Person Specification
- You are an enthusiastic professional who is passionate about opportunities for young people and education.
- You have an effective and energetic work ethic and are comfortable approaching and working with senior stakeholders across a wide range of organisations and educational institutions.
- You have a keen eye for a prospect and the knowledge and experience to convert them into lasting supporters.
- You are able to work independently and as part of a team.
- You are flexible, reliable and with a can-do attitude.
Equal Opportunities
The School Partnerships Alliance is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status and welcome applications from applicants of all backgrounds.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is therefore subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and two satisfactory references.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
You don’t need to tick every box; if you care about making a difference, we want to hear from you.
We’re looking for two Place Leads to help drive our work in Stoke-on-Trent and East Staffordshire. Each role will be rooted in its local area, but both will work across the whole county, helping us build more connected, inclusive systems that support people to be active in ways that matter to them.
This work is part of a wider investment from Sport England, focused on changing how systems support people to be active. That means shaping how physical activity is understood, prioritised, and embedded, not just in programmes, but in policies, partnerships, and everyday decisions. That includes health, local government, community development, and beyond.
You’ll work with partners, communities, and decision-makers to make sense of what’s already happening, spot where things are stuck, and help shift both the culture and the practice. The work will be messy, layered, and relational. Some days will be about strategy. Others will be about trust.
You’ll be part of a small, committed team working across policy, systems, community insight and practice. And you’ll be trusted to bring your own judgement, experience, and clarity to the role.
If you’re someone who can see the potential in people and systems, even when they’re tired or fragmented, we’d love to hear from you.
Role Outcomes:
- Improve wellbeing outcomes for families as part of place expansion work
- Connected, vibrant, proactive system of partners working in core priority places
- Grassroots, community organisations in our priority places are part of decision making
- Robust learning and evaluation framework in place the can effectively demonstrate the our impact across systems and directly for people living in place
- The people who need to understand and demonstrate system leadership do
- Coordinated, coherent approach has been developed to place based working in areas of focus.
What does this mean day to day?
- You’ll spend time listening to what’s emerging in communities, building trust with partners, and making sense of how insight, decisions, and action travel across the system.
- You’ll support our governance groups, coordinating agendas, shaping recommendations, and helping hold people gently but clearly to account for the things they’ve committed to.
- You’ll track where energy is building, where its leaking, and where attention needs to shift. That means spotting patterns, asking difficult questions, and making sure conversations lead to decisions, and decisions lead to change.
- You’ll need to hold contradictions without forcing resolution: where different truths exist at once, where progress creates new tensions, and where outcomes are unclear. Critical thinking is key; this role is as much about reflection and challenge as it is about delivery.
- Some days you’ll be co-designing a development session. Other days, you’ll be reflecting on what’s working, what’s drifting, and how we bring things back into focus. You’ll be supported by a small team who care about doing this work well, with clarity, kindness, and a shared sense of purpose.
How do we value you?
- Generous annual leave allowance: 27.5 days upon commencement of employment plus bank holidays. This rises by an additional 1 day of leave per year after 2 years of continuous employment, up to an additional 5 days leave in total. (Pro rata for part time staff)
- Three concessionary days leave over Christmas and New Year (pro rata for part time staff)
- Death in service scheme up to the value of three times actual salary
- Volunteer day to spend either as a team or individual helping out with an organisation or cause you select
- Up to 8% employer contribution to pension scheme
- Reimbursement of the cost of a standard eye test as a user of visual display equipment
- Health & Wellbeing Cashplan – including access to a virtual GP any day anytime, Discounts to gym memberships, Retail discounts such as cinema tickets and your weekly shop.
- Access to Cyclescheme
- Annual CPD courses offered by Staffordshire University
- Online skills training platform – for employees to use to broaden their professional and personal development across a range of online courses.
- Access to counselling service.
To apply, please visit our website, read our recruitment pack, and send us your CV along with a cover letter answering the three questions below.
We’re recruiting on a rolling basis. If your application feels like a good fit, we’ll be in touch within a week to arrange an interview.
Questions to answer:
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What draws you to place-based systems work, and what helps you stay with it when it gets messy or slow?
We’re interested in your motivation, but also in your mindset; how you approach complexity, pace, and change that doesn’t always follow a plan. -
Tell us about a time you helped hold people or partners to account in a way that built trust rather than eroded it.
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How do you recognise when systems change is happening, and when it isn’t?
We don’t need a textbook answer. We want to hear how you spot movement (or drift), and what you pay attention to when trying to shift something deeper than outputs.
We exist to design out inactivity across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
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About the Role
This is an exciting new role to support the Charity as we migrate to a new fundraising CRM system (database). The successful candidate will manage this project to ensure we make the most of this important investment, bring the project in on budget and on time, provide technical expertise, and be the point of contact with our charity team, the vendor and implementation partner as we navigate to a go-live point.
If you would like to be part of this high-profile, successful regional Charity and think that your skills and experience fit the bill for this exciting rose…we look forward to hearing from you!
This role will be responsible for the planning, preparation and deployment of YAA’s new fundraising CRM and its associated business processes. You will work collaboratively with YAA’s internal project stakeholders, an implementing partner, the system vendor and play a key role in establishing an agile approach to project delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Project Management accountability for the YAA CRM Project, ensuring successful, on-time and on-budget delivery
- Establish and manage a realistic and committed plan for the project, taking into consideration business deadlines, dependencies, resources, and costs, monitoring work plan activities and support team members in delivering their project elements
- Work successfully with the implementation partner, vendors and any 3rd party systems to deliver the CRM solution to a go-live point and then project sign-off
- Vendor management, including the critical assessment of their proposed timelines, agreeing work sprints, and escalate issues where appropriate
- Provide regular status reports on plan, finances, resources, risks and issues to the Project Sponsors
- Proactively identify and manage project risks and issues, driving actions to mitigate or resolve
- Cleanse data ahead of migration in line with agreed data principles
- Write text scripts, oversee user testing, and work with the vendor/implementation partners to fix issues
- Oversee any customisation requirements for the new system
- Scope out new processes and workflows
- Roll out a training programme to Super Users
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Previous experience of delivering a fundraising CRM database implementation project, including data cleansing and migrations, ideally in a third sector environment
- Extensive track record of successfully managing projects and programmes with accountability for both technology configuration and deployment, integration, business process, change and infrastructure activities
- Proven ability to deliver projects on time/on budget, using project management processes and tools including risk management, benefits management, financial management and quality assurance
- Ability to resolve issues swiftly and decisively whilst safeguarding standards and procedures
- Strong team leadership with the ability to motivate and mobilise individuals outside their reporting line
- Strong business requirements collection and scoping, and process/workflow analysis
- Excellent communication skills (written & oral English), including the ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organisation
- Able to demonstrate instances of initiatives that have delivered organisational benefits
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high attention to detail
- Ability to effectively prioritise work and agree and communicate priorities within the team
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and is able to take the initiative and ownership to deliver value to the Charity
Desirable:
- Project delivery experience relating to charity-specific CRMs
- Non-profit sector knowledge/experience
- Proven experience of using and leading change management activities including stakeholder management and engagement
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.