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Head of Fundraising

Permanent Contract 

Location: Hybrid, Crimple House, Hornbeam Park Avenue, Harrogate, HG2 8 NA

Hours: 35 Hours 

Salary: £44,069.49

Closing date: 05/10/2025 (the advert may close early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications)

Brand: Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just ‘B’ and Saint Michael’s

Do you want to be part of an organisation that makes a real difference to our local communities? Our family of services including Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just ‘B’ and Saint Michael’s Hospice provide vital support to people when they need it most. Our vision is of a community where everyone gets the care they need, want and deserve You can help make that a reality.

We are an independent charity powered by local communities. Every day, we help to improve quality of life for people living with terminal illness, bereavement and mental health concerns, because our belief is that no one should suffer. Our incredible teams work together to make this happen. 

About the role

As Head of Fundraising & Marketing at North Yorkshire Hospice Care, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading the growth and direction of our Income Generation team, driving forward the fundraising and marketing activity that underpins Saint Michael’s Hospice, Herriot Hospice, and our bereavement and emotional wellbeing service, Just ‘B’. With responsibility for delivering nearly £3 million in annual income – and the ambition to grow this beyond £5 million – you’ll shape strategy, inspire your teams, and build lasting relationships with donors, partners and volunteers. You’ll bring creativity and vision to identifying new commercial opportunities, diversifying income streams, and ensuring our supporter experience is nothing short of exceptional.

A natural leader, you’ll be experienced in managing and motivating fundraising and marketing teams, empowering staff and volunteers alike to reach ambitious goals. With a proven track record across multiple fundraising specialisms – whether corporate, major donor, individual giving, or community/events – you’ll know how to grow income while delivering outstanding stewardship for high-value supporters. Highly strategic and performance-driven, you’ll be confident in setting targets, managing budgets, and evaluating success, all while championing collaboration across the organisation. Above all, you’ll be motivated by the opportunity to harness your expertise to secure vital funds, strengthen our reputation, and ensure more families receive the compassionate care they deserve.

How we look after you

• We put people first in all that we do, which includes our own team

• Wellbeing and resilience support with a dedicated team by your side

• Flexible and hybrid working for many roles

• A supportive and caring environment 

• Opportunities to grow, develop and progress, with culture of lifelong learning

How to apply:

• Please click Apply and you will be forwarded to the vacancy page on our website. Click on the role and this will open the application form.

• Download and read through job description (via the ‘Downloads’ section at the top of the advert) as you will need to tell us how you meet the essential requirements of the role. 

• Make sure you answer all supplementary questions as part of your application otherwise your application will be automatically rejected.

• We recommend reading the application pack “Joining Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just ‘B’ and Saint Michael’s” and browsing the “Join our team” pages of our website, which will provide lots of useful information about what it’s like working for us and how the recruitment process works.

• Did you hear about this role from a current employee as part of our recommend a friend scheme? Don’t forget to let us know after clicking apply.

Our values

• We put the people who use our services at the heart of everything we do

• We are caring and compassionate

• We are personal and supportive in our approach

• We engage positively

• We are responsive

• We are driven to do better

• We are fair

• We are professional

• We work collaboratively

• We are accountable

Living out our values

• Our behaviour framework puts our values in the context of our everyday work. See what this includes at saintmichaelshospice.org/behaviour-framework

• We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, we collect and monitor EDI data of applicants to help us ensure that our policies and procedures are effective in promoting equality. The information you provide in the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion section of the application form will have no bearing on your application, it is only used for diversity monitoring and is not visible to hiring managers.

• We believe that children, young people and adults should never experience abuse of any kind.  Our safer recruitment and safeguarding processes help protect those accessing our services. Please see our safeguarding statement on our website: saintmichaelshospice.org/safeguarding-statement

• If you require any support or adjustments to be able to apply for this role, please let us know by emailing [email protected] 

• We will need to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks before appointing you. These include but are not limited to identity checks, DBS clearance at an appropriate level for the role, verification of right to work in the UK, employment references and employment history. We will cover the cost of these. 

Don’t quite meet the requirements for this role? We’d still love to hear from you, please get in touch via [email protected] to discuss other opportunities across our family of services.

PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately, we are not currently able to consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

North Yorkshire Hospice Care has a duty to protect those who receive our support. Roles within our organisation are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants aged 16 or over who are offered employment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, and convictions. Applicants will not be discriminated against due to convictions and cautions, but will be considered on their merit. Should a successful candidate have any convictions or cautions, the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offences will determine if it is possible to proceed with the appointment.

North Yorkshire Hospice Care is a registered charity in England and Wales (518905) with a family of services operating as Herriot Hospice Homecare, Just ‘B’, Saint Michael’s Hospice, and Talking Spaces. North Yorkshire Hospice Care is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales (2121179).

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Floating Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex Needs  Service in Hammersmith and Fulham.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

Your primary focus will be on housing and benefit-related support for vulnerable adults aged 16 and over who are referred to the service.

You will support staff in managing their caseloads, conducting regular supervisions, and ensuring effective service delivery.

This role offers an exciting and varied working week. You will need to manage your own time and workload effectively. You will play an invaluable role in helping individuals make positive changes using the recovery model. We welcome applications from candidates with lived experience.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

You will have proven experience of working with people living with mental ill health and complex needs, with the ability to deliver high-quality support in community and outreach settings. You will be skilled at enabling service users to achieve their goals and aspirations, using person-centred support planning, key working, and recovery-focused approaches. With excellent knowledge of the signs, symptoms, and treatments of mental illness, you will be confident in assessing when someone's mental health is deteriorating and taking appropriate action to ensure their safety and wellbeing.

In addition, you will demonstrate a sound understanding of health and safety requirements when working in the community, as well as welfare benefits entitlements relevant to the client group. You will actively promote equality, diversity, dignity, and choice in your work, respecting the rights of every service user. Importantly, you will bring strong safeguarding knowledge and the ability to respond effectively to any concerns, ensuring a safe and supportive service environment.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK, we want to reach as many people as possible so we can improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. We are looking for people to join our network, make genuine connections, and be part of a larger team that works together to support the Parkinson’s community. 

People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services. 

About the role 

You’ll provide high quality admin support to the regional England team. As members of the Community Directorate we aim to reach out to and support people with Parkinson’s, their families, friends and carers.  We enable the voice of people affected by Parkinson’s to be heard to improve services, inform our priorities and improve decision making locally.

Through community development we work in close collaboration with our respective Parkinson’s communities to bring change on the issues that matter most to people affected by Parkinson’s.

What you’ll do:  

• Provide high quality admin support to the regional team 

• Provide first point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders

• Organise online and in-person, internal and external meetings and other events, including booking venues and refreshments, assisting with the production of materials, liaising with participants and speakers, fulfilling mailings and taking bookings as required

• Coordinate, plan and prep key meetings

• Keep up to date with the directorate’s activities in order to provide clear, accurate information

• Respond to general enquiries in a timely and friendly fashion, ensuring needs are met

• Process purchase orders, invoices, staff and volunteer expenses for approval 

• Participate in working groups, meetings, local events or activities as required

• Maintain digital records on the charity’s data platforms

• Support the process of business performance and impact reporting

What you’ll bring:

• Experience of team administration

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a range of audiences 

• Excellent administration skills, including note-taking, presentation preparation and a positive, assertive and resilient approach to prioritising and juggling varying pressures and conflicting priorities 

• Experience in coordinating multiple projects simultaneously that meet the business requirements 

• Experience of developing and maintaining effective working relationships with all stakeholders 

• Experience of operating in a modern digital workplace, including using digital tools to work collaboratively and productively 

• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion 

• Ability to work flexibly and from home with very occasional travel 

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

The successful candidate will be required to: 

• provide their own broadband service with a minimum download speed of 2Mb 

• have a confidential space in which to work

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

About The Role
Closing Date: 19th September 2025 
Interview Date: 8th & 10th Oct 2025 
About the opportunity 
Are you passionate about breaking down barriers to clear and accessible information for all? Can you produce content in various alternative formats that deliver a meaningful impact on people affected by dementia? Are you skilled at adapting complex and technical information to make it clear and engaging? 
We are recruiting a Senior Content Editor (Accessibility) to join us full-time, working 35 hours per week on a permanent contract. 
This is a hugely exciting time to work for the UK’s leading dementia charity. Our content reaches hundreds of thousands of people affected by dementia. Our practical advice helps users feel less isolated and make informed life decisions. It connects them to support that can make a huge difference to those living with dementia and their families and carers. 
At the heart of our ambition is creating inclusive information to offer a better future. We are always looking to improve what we do and how we do it. Can you bring content expertise to help us reach wider audiences, especially those who find it harder to access information and support? You’ll create content for a variety of audiences in different formats, such as Easy Read and translations and across print and online channels, including audio.  
In this role, you will work with the Publishing and Editorial Manager and our Content and Digital teams to deliver meaningful impact on the lives of people affected by dementia. We are part of the Income & Engagement directorate, focused on establishing the urgency of quality care and support for people with dementia and driving the engagement to resolve this. You’ll need to be an effective collaborator and strategic thinker. 
This is a homeworking role, and you will be required to regularly travel to London to attend internal meetings. You must reside in the UK and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. 
About you 
This role provides a great opportunity to showcase your writing, editing and content expertise. You’ll provide insight into specific accessible needs and be focused on finding the right solutions for different situations. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and vital programmes of work that provide help and hope for everyone affected by dementia. 

- You’re a strategic and creative professional who can communicate confidently and engagingly.
- You will have excellent writing and editing skills.
- You’re a natural collaborator and be curious, and highly motivated about ending the devastation caused by dementia. 
- You will build and develop meaningful relationships with a wide range of individuals and communities. You will play a vital role in helping us build trust and broaden our reach. 
- Managing one line report, you’ll also contribute to the success of the Publishing team, helping support our aims and priorities.
- You’ll role model a culture of continuous improvement, streamlining processes and driving efficiency and excellence. 

What you’ll focus on: 

- Produce clear and accessible high-quality content on all aspects of dementia. 
- Manage and develop our portfolio of alternative formats across print and online channels, including the growth of our audio offer.  

- Building networks to help increase access to information and support for more people and communities affected by dementia. Sharing expertise and insight to promote best practice on accessible content. 

- Played a key role in the Publishing team as a line manager and supported the Publishing and Editorial manager in driving success.

About SPANA

SPANA (The Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad) is the global charity for the working animals of the world. Since our foundation in 1923, we have worked where they work, to support the welfare of working animals, including horses, donkeys, mules, oxen, dogs and camels.

About this role

As Head of Digital Engagement you will lead SPANA’s digital presence across web, email, social and emerging platforms – ensuring the organisation’s voice, brand and mission are powerfully communicated to global audiences. You will also provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership to the digital team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration and excellence to maximise impact and drive growth. 

This exciting role is responsible for shaping and delivering a compelling and consistent digital experience that drives awareness, deepens engagement and supports organisational priorities in communications, advocacy and income generation. You will play a central role in delivering SPANA’s strategic ambitions through innovative, data-informed digital approaches. 

Contract, location and salary

This is a full-time (34.5 hours per week), permanent role with a salary of approximately £55,000 per annum subject to skills and experience. This role is UK based, and candidates must have the current right to work in the UK. SPANA staff work remotely, attending our London office once or twice a month (or more if preferred). 

SPANA offers benefits to staff including a health care cash plan with Medicash, and generous pension scheme with SPANA contributing 10% if the employee contributes at least 5%.

Full details and how to apply

Please review the job description for full details including a person specification. The deadline for applications is 23:59 BST on Sunday 21 September 2025.

About the National Pro Bono Centre:

The National Pro Bono Centre brings together charities dedicated to providing pro bono legal services and improving access to justice. We serve as a central resource for charities who help people seeking free legal advice and representation. Our work fosters collaboration, coordination, and improved service delivery among stakeholders in the pro bono sector. Through our work, the Centre supports the wide range of pro bono projects and brokerage which charities provide; helping individuals and communities all over England and Wales get access to justice.

The role:

To build on our achievements, we are looking for someone to lead on strategy, to promote collaboration and coordination across the sector, to maintain and develop relationships with key stakeholders, and to oversee and lead on the growth and development of our portfolio of projects and activities. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic leadership – Continuing to develop NPBC’s strategy in accordance with the vision, mission, strategic priorities, and values of the charity, working together with the Board of Trustees, staff, and our key stakeholders.
• Operational management - Ensuring that the organisation is run efficiently, with robust financial controls.  Managing the small team (3 permanent employees and 3 contractors).  Working with the team on projects and events management.
• Fundraising – Leading on fundraising and building and developing the relationship between NPBC and existing sponsors, as well as seeking out and building relationships with new and potential sponsors.
• Communications - Representing the NPBC in the promotion of its mission, vision and aims externally.
• Governance - Ensuring that the charity is well administered and working with the Board of Trustees to meet its legal, statutory, and regulatory responsibilities.

About you:

We are looking for a strategic planner with a proven record of leading teams or organisations to deliver high quality results.  You will need to be able to demonstrate a strong track record of fundraising through commercial sponsorship and developing lasting relationships with key stakeholder partners to achieve this.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and qualities:

• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and articulate a clear vision.
• Leadership style, which encourages, motivates, inspires and develops staff.
• Excellent communicator (both orally and in writing) with effective listening, influencing and negotiation skills.
• An understanding of the key measures of financial management and control in a challenging environment.
• Effective decision-making skills with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent administrative, organisational and IT skills.
• Intellectual rigour, financial acumen and the ability to accurately analyse and explain complex issues.

Applications

To apply for the role, please submit a copy of your CV with a covering letter. We appreciate that AI can be useful as a tool, particularly if English is your second language. However, we discourage the use of AI for writing CVs and cover letters as, in our experience, it results in a generic voice that does not communicate the unique strengths and motivations of candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly encourage applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital and civil partnership status, neurodiversity, pregnancy, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.

Data Protection

By applying for this role and sending your covering letter and CV you consent to NPBC using and keeping information about you or by third parties, e.g. referees relating to your application or future employment. This information will be used solely in the recruitment process. For unsuccessful candidates, the information will be destroyed within 6 months unless you have consented to extend this period.

Reports to:  

Director of Philanthropy  and Communications 

Direct reports: 

None 

Location:  

Flexible, with monthly co-working days in London and additional stakeholder meetings as required. 

Salary:  

£30,000 - £33,600 depending on experience

Hours 

Full time; 37 hours a week

We are happy to consider requests for flexible or part time working 

Contract  

Permanent 

About Now Teach 

Now Teach is at a pivotal time in its strategic journey, following a hugely successful media and bridging fundraising campaign that has raised over £3m in new income for 2024-2026 and achieved 32 media mentions (15 national) and 2.5m PR views. We are now seeking to significantly grow our donor base and fundraised income and therefore are looking to recruit to this new role. We are seeking someone who can support the Director of Philanthropy and Communications to deliver our strategy to increase income through the recruitment of new donors and enable and deliver work with our current funders (primarily individuals and trusts). You’ll be the person to ensure they have an amazing experience as supporters of Now Teach.

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Role overview 

This role will be varied and offer lots of opportunities to get stuck into managing relationships with high value donors. Both the CEO, and the Director of Fundraising and Communications will work to steward the relationships with our donors in person, while this role will lead on delivering high-quality preparation, proposals, reporting, and data management that underpin donor relationships. You will also contribute to building connections across teams and aligning fundraising activities with Now Teach’s wider strategy. 

You’ll deliver exciting and engaging communications and events which inspire our donors to continue to support our cause, as well as be responsible for maintaining accurate records and reporting so we can give supporters a great sense of the impact their donations make. This role will work on a combination of externally facing and internal projects and tasks and will be a great way to advance your career in fundraising.

In this role you will…

• Create and maintain a stewardship calendar of content, reports, and events to engage our donors, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities. 

• Write and produce proposals and applications for funding from major donors and trusts, in collaboration with programme and recruitment teams, championing user-centred thinking by representing participant and school impact in fundraising materials. 

• Write and produce reports with in-depth detail of what we have achieved as a result of the funding from our donors 

• Create an engaging termly supporter newsletter, sharing insights across the organisation to drive stronger engagement. 

• Manage and own the fundraising database, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and supporting colleagues to use data effectively. 

• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate reporting of gifts 

• Ensure compliance with fundraising legislation, charity law and data protection legislation like GDPR 

PERSON SPECFICIATION 

Who you are (qualities/values) 

We are looking for someone who is passionate about raising crucial funds to ensure that Now Teachers, schools, partners, and the wider education system can realise the full potential of career changers in education.

You'll have an eye for detail and be able to deliver written communications to the highest standard, including working with our communications teams to develop and deliver engaging case studies and proposals for support. You’ll be happy working to deadlines, and spotting and responding creatively to opportunities that arise. You’ll be able to build strong external and internal relationships and enjoy the challenge of raising money to support our amazing work.

What you’ll need to succeed in this role (experience/qualifications etc) 

• Some experience of working in charities, ideally in education, and/ or  in fundraising 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• An ability to manage your own workload, prioritise tasks, multi-task and stay organised. 

• An ability to understand and assist with financial reporting 

• Knowledge of fundraising legislation and best practices 

• An ability to work collaboratively with different teams and stakeholders

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Now Teach we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. 

Working at Now Teach 

Our people join and stay because they value Now Teach’s flexibility, close-knit team culture and social purpose. 43% of employees at all levels of the organisation work part time or with compressed hours and everyone works flexibly, with time off in lieu as part of our standard working practices.   

We are a small, collaborative and supportive team of nearly 20 people. We are non-hierarchical, with 100% of our people believing their line managers listen and value their opinions and people of all levels getting stuck in. We set clear expectations and celebrate the successes of teams and individuals. 100% of our team are proud to work at Now Teach, 94% find Now Teach considerate of their wellbeing and 100% feel like they are treated with respect at work.   

Our culture is central to us encouraging and supporting people into teaching. Without our positive, honest, and flexible approach we wouldn’t be able to adapt to meet the needs of Now Teachers. We have been named as one of Escape the City’s Top 100 Employers in 2021 and 2022 and have been recognised as a Working Mums’ Top Employer and at the Working Dads Employer Awards. We have won awards for our Culture, Flexible Working and Excellence in Public Service.   

In return 

As well as flexible working and a great culture, we offer a wide range of benefits including 25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays), an additional 3 days for Winter closure (25th Dec-1st January), a  pension scheme with a generous 11% employer contribution, a rewards platform with employee discounts and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. 

Working arrangements 

Full time/part time role, flexible working patterns possible. Now Teach are supported to work flexibly at co-working spaces or at home as needed with monthly working days in London. You will be required to cover your own travel expenses to London.

Our Values 

At Now Teach, our values shape the way we work every day. We are looking for someone who shares these values and will help us live them in how we work with colleagues, donors and partners: 

• Focus on who matters most – putting participants, schools and partners at the heart of our decisions. 

• Drive impact through expertise – sharing knowledge and learning to strengthen our work. 

• Make change happen – adapting and persevering in the face of challenges. 

• Build connections that amplify – working together and with others to achieve more than we could alone. 

Application Process 

Timeline: 

Applications close on 10th October 

First stage interviews will take place w/c 13th October [online] 

Second stage interviews will take place before the end of October [in person] 

To apply, please complete our online application form where you will be asked to upload a Cover Letter (no more than 1 side of A4) and CV (no more than 2 sides of A4).

Your Cover Letter should include why you are attracted to the role, why you are motivated to work at Now Teach and what you can bring to the team. 

If you have any difficulty with accessing the application form, need any additional support or require reasonable adjustments to the application process, please contact us.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 

Now Teach strives to be a workplace that is diverse, equitable and inclusive where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, gender identities, stages of life and those with hidden or visible disabilities.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll endeavor to be as accommodating as possible. If you would like to discuss specific requirements, please contact us and ask to speak to the Operations Team.

All applicants must have an existing Right to Work in the UK. 

Safe Recruitment Procedure 

Now Teach are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. To meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process, and all successful candidates will be subject to a basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. 

You will have a background of successfully securing grants from trusts and foundations within the charitable sector and have strong grant management skills, from researching prospects through to the production of compelling and successful proposals for funding. With excellent communication and writing skills you will be able to develop persuasive bids and build and steward relationships, demonstrating the impact of funders’ investment. You will be comfortable in managing a busy workload and to strict deadlines, working with our Africa and UK programmes team to achieve key targets and contributing to wider fundraising efforts, including through events and the growth of earned income streams.

 For a self-motivated individual with the drive to galvanise internal and external support and opportunities, you will help to enable and achieve our ambitions for our Africa and UK programmes. 

The University of Essex in partnership with Mid and North Essex Mind offers an exciting opportunity to a graduate with the relevant skills and knowledge to co-produce and implement data-led impact evaluation tools and a community needs assessment framework based on the Theory of Change model for mental health services, leading to improved outcomes for individuals and the wider voluntary and community sector.

DUTIES OF THE POST

This is a full-time, fixed term for 30 months. The position is fixed term due to being part of a government funded innovation programme, however there may be potential to continue in employment with the company partner following the completion of the KTP.

The duties of the post will include:

• Co-producing and implementing data-led impact evaluation tools and a community needs assessment framework, grounded in the Theory of Change model, to support improved mental health outcomes.

• Developing and piloting tools for data collection, analysis, and reporting—such as Power BI dashboards, stakeholder feedback mechanisms, and longitudinal tracking systems.

• Leading the creation of a scalable follow-up review tool to track long-term service user outcomes and support strategic decision-making.

• Producing high-quality research outputs, including academic publications, conference presentations, and a final project report.

These duties are a guide to the work that the post holder will initially be required to undertake. They may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances.

Full duties of the post are available in the job pack.

KEY REQUIREMENTS (Essential Criteria)

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Psychology, Social Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health Nursing, or a similar discipline

• An MBA or an MSc in Business and Management, Psychology, Social Psychology (or nearing completion) or a similar discipline, or equivalent level of experience

• Experience of balancing the needs and priorities of a range of stakeholders

• Knowledge of mental health service models and support pathways

• Strong understanding of evaluation methodologies

• Familiarity with ethical research practices

• Ability to work with vulnerable groups including a good understanding of managing boundaries

• Good research skills, including analysis of quantitative and qualitative data

• Proficient with data analysis tools and methodologies, including Power BI

• Ability to apply academic theories in a third-sector setting

BENEFITS

As a KTP Associate, the post will offer a personal development budget of £5,000 (exclusive of salary). Full benefits of the post are available in the job pack.

LOCATION

Mid and North Essex Mind

The Constantine Centre

272a Mersea Road

Colchester

Please see the attached job pack, which contains a full job description and person specification which outlines the full duties, skills, qualifications and experience needed for this role plus more information relating to the post. We recommend you read this information carefully before making an application. 

About The Role
Safe Homes. Transforming lives. 
At Salvation Army Homes we know that the people we house, and support are some of the most vulnerable people in society and we aim to provide them an environment where they feel respected, valued and encouraged. So, when you join our POD Committee you will be making a tangible contribution to transforming lives.  
While prior Committee or Board experience is not essential, you’ll have some understanding of the principles of good governance. We seek new colleagues who are collaborative and team-players. You will be comfortable with consensus-based decision making that is founded in good quality debate.
We are looking to increase the diversity of our Committee to more closely represent our staff and residents we serve. As such we particularly encourage people with lived experience of social housing and/or supported housing, younger people, those with disabilities and people from black and minority ethnic communities to apply.

About The Candidate
If transforming lives resonates with you, do get in touch to find out more. It’s a fantastic opportunity to join an inspiring organisation.  
We seek interest from people who can offer skills and experience in the following: 

- Holds a relevant finance professional qualification.  
- Experience of corporate financial management, internal and external audit and corporate accounting in a substantial organisation.  
- Experience of audit and risk governance processes in a regulated organisation.  
- An excellent working knowledge of audit committee practices and risk management frameworks. 
- Ability to evaluate and manage likely risks, integrating risk assessment into mainstream business, and to ensure that appropriate risk management 

If you have any queries or would like to arrange an informal chat with the committee Chair, please contact Vicky Hughes (Head of People Services) at [email protected]  who will organise this for you.
Please view the recruitment pack for more details about the role. 

Closes ¦ Wednesday 24 September 2025 ¦Midday 
Interview date: 20 October 2025, London

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About The Company
A registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.
Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination.

About The Role
Safe Homes. Transforming lives. 
At Salvation Army Homes we know that the people we house, and support are some of the most vulnerable people in society and we aim to provide them an environment where they feel respected, valued and encouraged.  So, when you join our Audit and Risk Committee you will be making a tangible contribution to transforming lives.  
While prior Committee or Board experience is not essential, you’ll have some understanding of the principles of good governance. We seek new colleagues who are collaborative and team-players. You will be comfortable with consensus-based decision making that is founded in good quality debate.  
We are looking to increase the diversity of our Committee to more closely represent our staff and residents we serve. As such we particularly encourage people with lived experience of social housing and/or supported housing, younger people, those with disabilities and people from black and minority ethnic communities to apply. 

About The Candidate
If transforming lives resonates with you, do get in touch to find out more. It’s a fantastic opportunity to join an inspiring organisation.  
We seek interest from people who can offer skills and experience in the following: 

- Holds a relevant finance professional qualification.
- Experience of corporate financial management, internal and external audit and corporate accounting in a substantial organisation.
- Experience of audit and risk governance processes in a regulated organisation. 
- An excellent working knowledge of audit committee practices and risk management frameworks.
- Ability to evaluate and manage likely risks, integrating risk assessment into mainstream business, and to ensure that appropriate risk management

If you have any queries or would like to arrange an informal chat with the committee Chair, please contact Vicky Hughes (Head of People Services) at [email protected]  who will organise this for you.
 
Please view the recruitment pack for more details about the role. 

Closes ¦ Wednesday 24 September 2025 ¦midday 

Interview date: 13 October 2025, London

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About The Company
A registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.
Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination.

Job Title: Wellbeing Consultant
Ref: WBC447
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week, over 5 days. Hours usually 8-4pm, or 8.30-4.30pm
Salary: £28,080 - £33,280 per annum (dependent upon experience). Regional weighting applies per annum.
Location: The role is based at the GenesisCare Cambridge, Fordham Road, Newmarket, CB8 

About Us

Penny Brohn UK is the cancer health and wellbeing charity. We help people feel better in mind, body and spirit by offering support through our team of cancer support experts (which includes doctors, nutritionists, counsellors and exercise therapists)

Penny Brohn UK helps people with cancer to feel more physically and emotionally able to manage the impacts of their diagnosis and treatment, be more in control of their choices and have the best quality of life possible. By making our services freely available, our aim is for all people with cancer to be able to access the high-quality support they need.

Penny Brohn UK have been working in partnership with GenesisCare UK, a private healthcare company, since 2013. We deliver an integrated cancer care approach which includes complementary treatment support and lifestyle advice for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy at all of their 14 centres across the UK. For over 40 years, Penny Brohn UK has supported people with cancer to feel more physically and emotionally able to manage the impacts of their diagnosis and treatment, be more in control of their choices and have the best quality of life possible.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced healthcare profession/health related professional to join our existing team of Wellbeing Consultants embedded within established UK GenesisCare cancer treatment centres.

This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with patients, relatives, GenesisCare staff team and Wellbeing consultant team and the wider Penny Brohn UK organization. We are looking for a professional who can work in a flexible, proactive, intelligent, and creative way. Candidates should have experience of working within private or national health related services and have knowledge, experience/understanding of complementary therapies or other support services.

Key role considerations

• This role will involve working alongside our partner GenesisCare to ensure a holistic approach is taken in aspects of support and treatment.
• The bulk of the patient work is delivery of one-to-one sessions – completing holistic needs assessments, review appointments, consultations, mindfulness, and relaxation sessions.
• The Wellbeing Consultant is responsible for ensuring that patients and their relatives have a positive experience as they move through the Penny Brohn UK treatment support services at GenesisCare.

In return for your hard work and dedication you will enjoy a wide variety of benefits including:

• 30 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Regional allowance pro rata, per annum
• Enhanced sick pay after six month’s service
• Auto enrolment into the Penny Brohn UK pension scheme
• Free Life Assurance
• Family friendly policies with enhanced maternity and paternity leave after one year of service
• Specsavers Corporate eyecare test
• Cycle to work scheme

Timetable for appointment 
Closing date: Monday 6 October at 9.00am (we are unable to consider late applications)  
First interview: Via Teams on Friday 10 October
Second interview: In person on Monday 13 October at the Penny Brohn UK National Centre, Pill, Bristol, BS20 
Start date: To be agreed upon appointment with successful candidate

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

At Penny Brohn UK, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation. We are proactively taking action to support EDI and Wellbeing to support our ethos of creating a diverse culture that is reflective of both our employees and the lived experience of all communities touched by cancer. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

No agencies please.

We are looking for someone with Care or Education experience as this maternity cover position will lead on service development and ensuring we keep our Outstanding status. The successful candidate will have considerable skills with people management, project management, and quality assurance. We are fully committed to safeguarding our vulnerable children and adults and as such our recruitment process will follow Safer Recruitment guidelines and the successful applicant will require a DBS.

When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer life is turned upside down – for them and their family.  Fear, isolation, extreme money worries, not knowing where to turn – this is the reality for many.

At Young Lives vs Cancer, we help children, young people and families find the strength to face whatever cancer throws at them. You could be a part of the team making it happen.

The Role 

We are looking for an experienced Social Workers to join our London & South East Team supporting children and young people diagnosed with cancer.

We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality support tailored to the needs of the children and young people and their families. The work we do is rewarding but also complex and demanding. You will be part of a close-knit Young Lives vs Cancer social work team, working with an established NHS multi-disciplinary team and services in the community.

This role is part home, part site-based. Your contractual base will be both Home and Great Ormond Street Hospital.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

About You

You will be committed to delivering high quality social work support to promote the best outcomes for the children, young people and families we work with. You will need to be resourceful and resilient. You will have a positive attitude and be willing to embrace difference. As part of the wider Young Lives vs Cancer team you will actively engage with the work of the charity and welcome opportunities to get involved.

You will have:

• A recognised Social Worker qualification and current registration with Social Work England/ Scottish Social Services Council/Social Care Wales/Northern Ireland Social Care Council
• Experience working with children, young people and their families/carers in a social care setting.
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment, ideally in an NHS setting.
• Sound knowledge of child and young people development.
• An understanding of the impact of serious illness for children, young people and their families.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

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
• Wellbeing 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

To find out more about our benefits package, have a look on our website.

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.

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. CVs can be uploaded, but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the work history sections of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively.

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.

If you have applied for this role within the last three months, your previous application has already been considered and you need not apply again.

To arrange an informal chat, please contact Barbara Inglin (Team Manager). 

Interview date: 29th September 2025 Interviews to be held in Central London

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