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Special Olympics GB is proud to support some of the most inspiring athletes in the world — individuals with intellectual disabilities who compete from local to international levels, breaking down barriers and showing the transformative power of sport both on and off the field of play.

As we enter an exciting new chapter, we are seeking an outstanding Director of Operations to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is a pivotal role for a strategic and values-driven leader who can strengthen our organisation, drive operational excellence and help deliver even greater impact for athletes, families and communities.

Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board and wider movement, you will lead organisational performance across governance, safegaurding, finance, people, systems, planning and delivery, ensuring Special Olympics GB is resilient, ambitious and fit for the future. As Executive Lead for Safeguarding and Welfare, you will champion a culture where the wellbeing, safety and dignity of every athlete remains at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is inspired by the power of sport to transform lives and create more inclusive communities.
• Brings significant senior leadership experience and a track record of organisational development and operational excellence.
• Can translate strategic ambition into effective delivery and sustainable growth.
• Has experience of governance, compliance, finance, risk management and safeguarding.
• Builds strong relationships and partnerships, influencing with credibility and integrity.
• Leads with empathy, accountability and a commitment to inclusion.

The Director of Operations at SOGB is a wide-ranging, key role, reporting to the Chief Executive as a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Working across the organisation, the Director of Operations manages the operational and support services activities including governance, compliance, HR, business processes, IT, safeguarding, finance and health & safety to ensure that the organisation runs smoothly, efficiently and effectively.

Application Instructions

For Job Role specifics and how to apply please see the below SOGB Director of Operations Recruitment Pack.

The closing date for applications is Friday 4th September 2026 at 9am. There will be a two- stage interview process that will cover both culture/motivators and thematic competencies.  Stage 1 interviews will take place week beginning 28th September 2026 and stage 2 will take place week beginning 5th October 2026.

About The Role

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Care South!

Role: Company Secretary & Data Protection Officer

Pay: £65,000 per annum plus car allowance and mileage

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: General working hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Occasional working from home with CEO approval

Location: Office based role, based at Care South’s head office in Poole

About the Role

Care South is seeking an exceptional Company Secretary & Data Protection Officer (DPO) to join our senior team at our Head Office in Poole.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors, this critical senior hybrid position places you at the very heart of our strategic operations.

You will hold the keys to our corporate governance while simultaneously serving as our legally designated expert and strategic lead on all aspects of UK GDPR and information privacy.

This is not a standard administrative role; it is a high-visibility position for a resilient, diplomatic professional who thrives on variety and complexity. One day you will be advising the Board and ensuring compliance with Company and Charity law, and the next you will be championing "privacy by design" across the organisation, managing corporate risk frameworks, and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

If you possess a flawless eye for detail, an executive presence, and a deep passion for both corporate compliance and data privacy, we want to hear from you.

You will be joining a leading not-for-profit charity providing high-quality Residential Care, Care at Home and Assisted Living services. Care South is one of the Top 20 care companies, as rated on carehome co uk, based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends, endorsing our strong reputation in providing high quality care.

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Company Secretary or Board Secretary within a corporate or charitable environment.

• Qualified Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland professional qualification or a legal qualification.

• A professional Data Protection/Privacy qualification (e.g., CIPP/E Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection) or equivalent deep experience.

• Strong knowledge of the Companies Act, Charities Act and UK GDPR frameworks.

Skills & Attributes

• Pragmatic, pro-active and “can do” attitude”.

• Executive presence - exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the diplomacy and tact required to advise Board members and Senior Executives.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Meticulous accuracy -utmost attention to detail regarding minutes, legal registers, and regulatory compliance timelines

• Resilience & pace - ability to handle complex workloads, maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion, and work under pressure using your own initiative.

• Tech Savvy - advanced proficiency in MS Office suite with a solid understanding of modern IT security frameworks.

• Understanding of and adherence to Care South’s HEART values of Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork.

Your Rewards and Benefits

At Care South, we really value all our staff, whatever the role. We offer a stimulating and incredibly rewarding career, and we celebrate our colleagues every year through the Care South Stars Awards.

As a not-for-profit charity and registered company limited by guarantee, our focus isn't on owners or shareholders - it's firmly on those in our care and those who care for them. We are continually looking for ways to enhance the reward and recognition of our amazing Care South team.

Our current benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Permanent ill-health insurance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Allocated car parking space at head office
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card and online retail discounts
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Staff Association
• Annual Care South Stars Awards

What You Need to Know

• You must be aged 18 or over
• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position
• A full UK driving licence 
• Own car with business insurance and regular travel across the Care South portfolio as and when required

Apply today and become part of something truly special!

Deadline for applications: Friday 4 September 2026
Interviews planned for week commencing: Monday 14 September 2026

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.

You’ll join Marie Curie’s Legal & Governance team that provides governance, company secretarial, legal and compliance support to help ensure Marie Curie and its subsidiary operate effectively and in line with their statutory and regulatory responsibilities. You’ll work closely with Trustees, Independent Committee Members, the Executive Leadership Team, auditors and colleagues across the organisation.

As Assistant Company Secretary, you’ll play a key role in making sure Marie Curie’s governance runs smoothly and effectively. You’ll be at the centre of Board and Committee activity, ensuring meetings are well organised, papers are accurate and decisions and actions are properly recorded and followed up. You’ll also support the charity in meeting its legal, regulatory and governance obligations, while providing practical advice and helping embed effective governance processes across the organisation.

This is a hands-on role in an environment where priorities and processes can evolve, so we’re looking for someone who combines strong governance knowledge with excellent organisation, sound judgement and the flexibility to adapt.

Your Impact:

• Provide high-quality secretariat support to the Trustee Board and management committees, including preparing agendas and meeting papers, taking accurate minutes and tracking actions.
• Coordinate the logistics and administration of Board, Committee and other stakeholder meetings and events.
• Work with the Company Secretariat to ensure organisational activities and decisions comply with the charity’s Articles of Association, delegated authorities and relevant legislation and regulation.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely filings, returns and other documentation to Companies House, the Charity Commission and other relevant bodies.
• Maintain statutory registers, corporate records and the annual governance calendar.
• Support the onboarding, induction and training of new Trustees and Committee members.
• Provide pragmatic governance, compliance and regulatory advice and support to colleagues across the organisation.
• Build trusted relationships with Trustees, Independent Committee Members, the Executive Leadership Team and auditors.
• Support the embedding and continuous improvement of governance processes, policies and procedures.

Key Requirements:

• Relevant professional qualification, such as the Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (full or part-qualified) or Level 4 Certificate in Charity Law and Governance.
• Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in a governance role within a charity or similarly complex organisation.
• Good understanding of charity governance frameworks and the relationship between Boards and Committees.
• Experience supporting the governance of complex organisations and providing governance advice to senior stakeholders or equivalent.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to manage tight deadlines and competing priorities.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise and accurate papers and documentation.
• Sound judgement and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Confidence building effective relationships with senior and diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt as processes, priorities and organisational needs change.
• Strong commitment to maintaining high professional standards and keeping up to date with developments in charity governance.

Please see the full job description.

Application & Interview Process

• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and supplementary details. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
• Close date for applications: 2 Sep 2026. We encourage early applications as we may close the job advert sooner after receiving a sufficient number of applications.

Salary: £40,000 per annum (+ £3,500 London Weighting Allowance if applicable)

Contract: Permanent, full-time (35h per week)

Location:Hybrid. You will work from home and from our Embassy Gardens office in London (min. 2 days a week)

Benefits you’ll LOVE:

• Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
• 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Industry-leading training programmes
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
• Access to Blue Light Card membership
• Subsidised Eye Care

The Archbishops' Advisers for Appointments and Vocations (AAAV) team is a key team within the Office of the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, supporting and advising the Archbishops and the wider Church on the nomination process for senior clergy. The team supportsthework of the Crown Nominations Commission (CNC) on the nomination of Archbishops and Diocesan Bishops, those involved in nominating Suffragan Bishops and the selection panels who nominate new cathedral Deans, as well as any other appointments involving the Archbishops.

The team supports senior clergy in their vocation and discernment, working to develop and equip a diverse pipeline of candidates for senior ministry roles. The team also works in partnership with others to ensure that senior clergy are equipped for leadership in the Church and the vital role it plays in the life of the nation. This role provides an excellent opportunity of working in a small, friendly, committed, professional and busy team supporting a complex, detailed and fast-paced portfolio of senior appointments, vocational discernment and associated projects. We work as a close-knit team in beautiful surroundings, part of the Lambeth Palace community and Office of the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, supporting each other with care, flexibility and good humour.

The post-holder will be required to work from Lambeth Palace (on-site) 4 days per week.

This role closes for applications on 26 August 2026.

Our Vacancy

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

What you'll do

As a Solicitor, you will be responsible for managing your own caseload, including delegating tasks to a paralegal where appropriate. You will provide legal advice and representation primarily in relation to Housing Conditions claims, covering areas such as property litigation, general property matters, and land law. 

The role also involves supporting Senior Solicitors, the Assistant Director of Legal Services, and the General Counsel and Company Secretary on complex or high-value matters as required. You will be expected to take a proactive approach in driving and implementing improvements to the organisation’s response to Housing Conditions-related claims. 

In addition, you will provide legal support to internal Peabody stakeholders on housing condition issues and broader housing-related litigation, including offering legal analysis on policy, procedure, and corporate matters. You'll actively represent Legal Services in a positive manner, contributing to cross-organisational working groups and forums, and play a key role in delivering the Legal Services strategy and supporting Peabody’s wider business objectives. You will also contribute to the development and delivery of the Legal Services training programme, as well as assist the Legal Team or other teams within Governance and Risk on special projects as required from time to time.
 
 What you’ll need 

• Demonstrable experience providing legal support to stakeholders in both contentious and non-contentious matters including providing legal analysis on policy, procedure and corporate business.
• Demonstrable experience within proceedings in the county and magistrates court, first-tier tribunal, including where appropriate the ability to act as advocate.
• Experience managing own caseload comprising a variety of landlord and tenant matters, including Housing Condition matters, property litigation, general property and land law.
• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales or a member of ILEX

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Ryan Loasby.

Please read before applying:

Previous applicants need not apply. 

Interviews will be taking place on Thursday 3rd or Friday 4th September in person at our Westminster Bridge Road office. 

This is a hybrid role and you’ll be expected to attend the Westminster Bridge Road office a minimum of two days per week. 
 
Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location: Home-based (applicants should be based in or near London)
Start date: 1 October 2026
Contract: Part-time freelance, minimum until 31 December 2027

About St Gregory's Foundation

St Gregory's Foundation (SGF) is a small UK charity that has been working alongside trusted partners in Eastern Europe for over 30 years. Through our long-term partnerships and grant-making, we support vulnerable children, young people and families to build brighter futures while encouraging local initiatives and sustainable solutions.

We are governed by a small Board of Trustees who are passionate about St Gregory's and the work we do. Day-to-day operations are managed by our Executive Secretary, who is the charity's only employee.

The role

We are looking for a suitable candidate, whether junior or experienced, to maintain our accounting and financial records and prepare our annual accounts.

The role includes maintaining and reconciling our QuickBooks accounts, processing bank transfers and payments, preparing financial and management reports for quarterly Board meetings, submitting Gift Aid claims, and preparing our annual accounts with the Reporting Accountant.

As a small charity, this is a varied role requiring someone who is organised, has an excellent eye for detail, is reliable, and is able to work independently while also being a good communicator and team player.

Main responsibilities

Monthly tasks

• Record day-to-day income and expenditure.
• Enter transactions into QuickBooks for our RBS accounts, including standing orders and CAF donations, and reconcile the accounts.
• Process bank transfers and payments.
• Arrange payment of invoices (held in OneDrive).
• Arrange payment for our freelance Online Communications Assistant.
• Arrange payment of the Executive Secretary's expenses.
• Attend brief remote meetings with the Executive Secretary and a member of the Board, as required, to discuss donations, donor records, QuickBooks entries and financial reports.
• Prepare financial and management reports for Board meetings (4–5 times a year).

Semi-annual and annual tasks

• Prepare and submit Gift Aid claims twice a year: after the financial year end (31 December) and after the end of the tax year (5 April). Ensure Gift Aid declarations are completed by eligible donors.
• Prepare the annual accounts with the Reporting Accountant (once a year).
• Prepare a budget review with the Executive Secretary (twice a year).

Key skills and experience

• Relevant accountancy or bookkeeping qualification and/or experience.
• Experience of preparing annual accounts and financial reports.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritise and manage your workload effectively.
• Experience of using QuickBooks would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of charity accounting would be an advantage.

Application instructions

Thank you for your interest in St Gregory's Foundation. We appreciate the time you have taken to apply.

Please submit your CV and a covering letter via CharityJob. We are unable to consider applications sent directly to St Gregory's Foundation. As we are a small charity with only one employee, we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates invited for interview.

Please note that all candidates invited for interview will be asked to provide proof of their right to work in the UK.

We are looking for someone to contribute effectively to governing the organisation. You will have skills and experience in at least one of the following areas; housing development, property maintenance, strategic asset management or finance / treasury. Preferably, you will also have experience in the social housing sector.

About Hastoe

 Hastoe was established over 60 years ago and now manages more than 7,500 rented, shared ownership and leasehold homes, mainly located across the south of England from Devon to Norfolk. Since 1987 we have focused on being a leading rural housing specialist, helping to sustain rural areas by working in partnership with communities to deliver high-quality, affordable housing developments for local people. However, we still have properties in urban areas that remain important to us.

Our Business Strategy is focused on ensuring our homes are safe, that we deliver on our customer needs, and that we are sustainable as an organisation.

The role

As a Board Member you will be responsible for:

· Helping to set our strategic direction.

· Overseeing our financial and operational performance.

· Supporting effective governance and risk management.

· Ensuring regulatory compliance and customer focus.

· Acting as an ambassador and representing Hastoe.

The role is expected to require a time commitment of around 15 days a year, including an overnight stay to attend an away day. Our meetings are held during the day and generally in London. There may be occasional travel required to other locations, e.g for a scheme opening.

How to apply

Please submit your CV together with a covering letter which sets out your interest and related experience.

Please also include the names of two referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without your prior permission.

The closing date for applications is midnight on 20 September 2026.

Locations: Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, or London - must be within a commutable distance to one of these centres and be in the office 2-3 days a week

1st stage interviews: 16/09 and 17/09 over MS Teams

2nd stage interviews: 25/09 in our Birmingham Centre

At The King's Trust, everything we do is focused on helping young people build the confidence and skills they need to succeed. As Legal Counsel, you'll play a vital role in making that possible. By providing expert legal advice, managing risk and supporting strong governance across the Trust, you'll help ensure our programmes, partnerships and fundraising activities can continue to create life-changing opportunities for thousands of young people.

This is a broad and influential in-house role where you'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation, advising on contracts, charity law, data protection, intellectual property and governance matters. You'll be a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, helping them make informed decisions that balance risk, opportunity and impact.

We're keen to hear from qualified solicitors or barristers who may have gained experience in:

• An in-house legal team within the charity, public or commercial sectors
• Private practice, particularly advising charities or not-for-profits
• Contract negotiation (including private and public sector funding agreements), charity law, governance, data protection and/or intellectual property matters

To hit the ground running, you'll be:

• A pragmatic and solutions-focused legal professional
• Confident working independently and managing a varied workload
• Skilled at translating complex legal issues into clear, practical advice
• Comfortable building relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Motivated by the opportunity to use your expertise to support a mission-driven organisation

This is an opportunity to combine high-quality legal work with genuine social impact, helping The King's Trust operate with confidence so that more young people can thrive.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferable 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 Legal Counsels? 

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 Legal Counsels! 

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) 

We are looking for a Finance Manager to be responsible for the smooth running of all aspects of the financial management of a small but ambitious charity.

The purpose of this post is to:

· Provide sound financial advice to the Chief Executiveof Cir cles South East, Board of Trustees and Managers

· Provide a high quality and effective financial management service to the charity

· Prepare, develop and analyse management accounting information

· Ensure compliance with all relevant financial statutory and regulatory matters

We are looking for a person with an understanding of working with a values-driven team of people, in the charity or not-for-profit sector.

The person appointed will have an appreciation of the aims and values of the Sustain alliance and be excited by supporting our organisation in effective ways of working, whilst freeing up senior leaders and spokespeople to undertake influencing, communication, partnership development and fundraising activities.

The Operations and People Manager will help Sustain function effectively as an organisation and be a great place to work. This is a senior, trusted role working closely with the Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Senior Management Team (SMT), line managers and Trustees to strengthen our people, operational and governance systems.

The post-holder will lead practical improvements in HR, people processes, line management standards, staff development, onboarding, offboarding, organisational culture and compliance. They will combine sound judgement, strong systems thinking and a people-centred approach, helping Sustain keep processes clear, proportionate and well-managed, while supporting colleagues to focus on effective delivery.

The mission of the Sustain alliance is to catalyse systemic change in the UK’s food and farming system – securing a healthy, fair, and sustainable future for all people, nature and a stable climate. Working in collaboration with our alliance members and others, we run a range of advocacy work, projects and campaigns to achieve permanent changes in policy and practice; and to engage more people, organisations and communities in being food system change-makers.

As with all senior roles at Sustain, the person appointed to this role will work mainly at the Sustain office in London during their probationary period, and thereafter at least half of working hours at our office, whilst benefiting from the flexibility offered to all colleagues. This is part of senior role-modelling of the creativity, support, engagement and well-being benefits that in-person working cultivates between colleagues. This will be managed in coordination with other senior colleagues to enable good in-person coverage and connectivity across the week and across common holiday periods.

Role and responsibilities
•Strengthen Sustain’s people, HR, operational and governance systems so that the charity works effectively, fairly and well.
•Help Sustain be a great place to work, with clear standards, supportive line management, good staff development and a positive, inclusive culture.
•Lead on high standards and practical improvements in recruitment; induction; probation; appraisals; people and HR processes; line management skills, knowledge and tools; staff consultation; and organisational policies and practices.
•Support senior leaders, line managers and Trustees with clear advice, reliable processes, good records and proportionate and effective risk management.
•Develop and maintain systems that are simple, useful and appropriate for Sustain’s size, values, resources and legal responsibilities
 

Tasks and responsibilities:

Organisational operations and systems
•Lead on managing and developing the charity’s operational activities.
•Ensure that senior management actions that support operational effectiveness are managed and carried out in a timely way, via an accessible and accountable process.
•Lead and/or participate in a range of internal groups that support operational effectiveness.
•Support the Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and other relevant staff with governance matters, including:
oReporting to the Council of Trustees on operational and people matters;
oPerformance of the ‘Company Secretary’ role on behalf of Trustees;
oTrustee recruitment, induction and management of necessary information and processes;
oAppropriate compliance with the Charity Governance Code.
•Working with the Chief Executive and Chair of the Council of Trustees, help prepare and coordinate the agendas and the running of the quarterly board meeting and occasional (at least annual) staff and Trustees strategy day, as well as the Sustain AGM, Annual Report and Trustee elections (annual), as one of the key links in communication with and between Sustain’s Council of Trustees.
•Lead on development and implementation of one or more relevant chapter of Sustain’s Organisation Development Plan (ODP).

•Support the planning and running of events, working with Sustain team leads, partners, venues and contributors.
•Work with the Head of Finance, Head of Digital and Design and external suppliers to help ensure office, IT and operational arrangements are appropriate and support effective working.
 

People, HR and employment processes
•Lead development and implementation of HR processes, practical actions and transactions, using external HR and/or legal advisors for authoritative support and advice where needed.
•Lead on full lifecycle support for Sustain staff including:
oEffective and inclusive recruitment, onboarding and offboarding – implementing Sustain’s commitment to recruitment for diversity – working with SMT, finance and admin leads;
oCreating, grading, reviewing and updating job descriptions, working with line managers and the senior leadership team;
oManaging employment contract variances; funding precarity; end-of-contract and risk-of-redundancy processes, working with senior managers, line managers, affected employees and HR/legal advisors;
oCreating or supporting a range of opportunities for people from diverse backgrounds and identities to get involved.
•Act as first point of contact for HR queries, taking ownership of policies and process, culture and employee relations; informed by HR advice, consultation and annual staff survey, including overseeing an action plan to embed areas of good practice, and to pursue improvements in an accountable way.
•Regular review of job descriptions, grades, progression and staff benefits within Sustain to ensure we remain competitive within the sector.
•Provide or commission sector benchmarking data, analysis and recommendations to inform decision-making, using a methodology agreed with Trustee oversight, on matters such financial and non-financial staff benefits.
•Maintain and improve the Staff Handbook, Recruitment Handbook, and related policies, guidance, advice and other support.

Line management standards, learning and staff development
•Lead the development and implementation of clear, practical standards for line management at Sustain, working with SLT, SMT, the Line Managers Forum and external advisers where appropriate.

•Develop and oversee implementation of key processes such as annual appraisals, annual planning and objective-setting, and a suitable performance management process.
•Help ensure objective-setting, personal development and progression conversations are undertaken routinely, and that these and performance management are handled consistently, fairly and in line with Sustain’s values and legal responsibilities.
•Support line managers to run effective 1-to-1s, probation reviews, appraisals, workload conversations, development conversations, and difficult conversations where needed.
•Ensure suitable and sufficient ongoing learning opportunities and training for the staff team and the Line Managers group, driving the charity’s approach to consistent standards, personal development and career progression.
•Maintain and improve the Line Managers Handbook and related tools, templates and guidance.
Culture, EDI, staff voice and union liaison
•Manage and develop Sustain as a great place to work, with a working culture and practices that support effective delivery, as well as health, wellbeing and personal development.
•Serve as an active member of the Diversity Group, to implement and innovate on equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism, and to gather data to measure and report on impact and progress.
•Working with the CEO, provide a route for requests and suggestions from the Health and Wellbeing Group to be properly considered and actioned as appropriate.
•Develop and support ways for staff voices to be heard and influence policies, practices and organisational culture, and for staff to be able to raise ideas and concerns confidently and see actions taken as a result.
•Support structured staff consultation and union liaison processes, helping ensure they are well-organised, transparent, well-documented and conducted in line with Sustain's policies and recognition arrangements.

Governance, compliance and risk management
•Develop and update key resources, contributing to useful reference sets such as the Staff Handbook, Recruitment Handbook and Line Managers Handbook, including overseeing production, maintenance and updating of all policies, procedures and guidance relevant to operations and people.
•Ensure Sustain complies with all employment, health and safety, data protection, charity legislation and statutory guidance including filing at Companies House and maintaining organisational records with the Charity Commission, and managing the risk register and internal policies tracker.

•Ensure adherence to health, safety, diversity and safeguarding procedures in the office, in hybrid working and for events and activities; undertaking comprehensive risk assessments for events and activities; and ensuring appropriate risk mitigation, staff communication and updates to guidance.
Other
•Potential for this role to line-manage one or more member of staff, volunteer, paid intern and/or external consultant, offering 1-to-1 support for objective-setting, work delivery, coaching and pastoral matters.
•Any other reasonable tasks and duties, agreed with the Chief Executive, consistent with the nature and level of the role.

Person specification / What we’re looking for:

Qualifications and requirements
•Significant experience operating at a senior level in a people, HR, operations or an organisation development role, including responsibility for organisational systems and staff management. [E]
•Experience of working in a charity, not-for-profit, campaigning, membership, alliance or other values-led organisation. [D]
•Demonstrable commitment to the operations and people role through a relevant qualification, training or other continuing professional development (CPD). [D]
 

Experience
•Significant experience leading organisational, people or operational improvement and advising senior decision-makers. [E]
•Developing skills and learning plans, and commissioning and/or delivering learning opportunities including training, workshops, facilitation and/or coaching. [E]
•Managing employment contracts to improve employee information and job security, especially where funding is short-term and project-based, with insights into good practice. [D]
•Delivering training and/or guidance to improve people-related functions to be delivered by line managers. [D]
•Working in a unionised organisation. [D]
Skills, abilities and attitudes
•Confidence and experience to take a leadership role on operational and people matters, working with the Chief Executive, Trustees and senior managers. [E]
•Strong problem-solving skills, and negotiation skills and the ability and confidence to provide insightful and constructive proposals and advice. [E]
•Excellent project management skills. [E]
•Aptitude for managing financial information and budgets. [D]
•Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively in writing and verbally, including on complex, confidential or contentious matters. [E]
•Proficiency with computer software and records management. [E]

Knowledge
•Knowledge and experience of end-to-end management of staff team members and their development: recruitment, induction and probation; learning experiences, skills and training; personal and career development; performance management; support for health and wellbeing; and HR processes. [E]
•Sound knowledge of UK HR and employment rules and statutory guidance, and their implementation in good practice. [E]
•Knowledge of IT, online and practical systems for improving processes and efficiency. [D]
 

Attitudes and personal qualities
•Highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to work flexibly, independently and meet deadlines; whilst having the judgment to know when and who to consult before proceeding. [E]
•High integrity, with a professional, diplomatic, values-led, solutions-focused and collaborative approach to working with individuals and a wider team. [E]
•Commitment and ability to work at our office in East London regularly. [E]
•Demonstrable commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and racial justice. [E]
•Commitment to the mission and values of Sustain, and an interest in healthy and sustainable food and farming. [D]

Application closing date: Monday 14 September at 5pm (BST)

First stage interviews will take place (via Zoom) on: Wednesday 23 September 2026

Second stage interviews to take place in-person (London office) on: Wednesday 30 September 2026

Early applications are encouraged.

For any queries, please contact our recruitment team.

Lead safeguarding. Shape culture. Enable safer churches.

The Diocese of London is seeking an exceptional safeguarding leader to serve as our first Director of Safeguarding.

This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of the Church of England’s largest and most diverse diocese, driving a culture that is preventative, accountable, transparent and focused on learning and improvement.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for safeguarding across the Diocese, oversee governance and assurance, lead a skilled safeguarding team, and champion the voices of victims and survivors.

We are looking for a credible and experienced professional with significant safeguarding expertise, strong professional judgement, and a passion for enabling safer churches.

Join us in shaping the future of safeguarding in London. We would be delighted to hear from you.

The postholder will have an enhanced DBS check.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 20 September at 5pm. The selection day will take place in-person on Thursday, 22 October. 

Please refer to the Candidate Information pack for the full details of the Role, Responsibilities and Person Specification.

About the role

In this role you will have the chance to manage and deliver fundraising activity, with a particular focus on growing income from Individual Giving. From delivering a refresh of our Individual Giving programme, running events alongside our artistic programming to cultivating new relationships with Major Donors - you’ll play a vital role in sustaining and growing our impact. 

Alongside this, the Development Manager will also fundraise from Corporations, Trusts and Foundations line-manage the Development Coordinator and act as Secretary for our Development Committee.

This role is ideal for someone who's passionate about purposeful fundraising in the creative sector and can take the lead in a small ambitious team. A hands-on role which requires strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.

About Punchdrunk Enrichment

Punchdrunk Enrichment creates immersive theatre experiences for families, schools and communities. We are a values-led organisation and care about children and young people, artists of the future, and communities underserved by conventional cultural programmes. We attract national and international collaborators, and have previously taken our projects into schools, care homes, community theatres, warehouses and found spaces.

We devise immersive theatre productions and projects that have a powerful impact by placing people at the heart of an unforgettable journey. Through our adventurous, high-quality approach to storytelling we champion the imagination.

To find out more please visit our website.

Closing date: Mon 7th Sept 2026 10:00am

The Work Rights Centre is looking for an experienced and values-driven Immigration Adviser or Solicitor to join our frontline team. In this role, you will deliver life-changing legal advice to vulnerable migrants, while using your frontline insights to contribute directly to strategic campaigns, research, and policy work that challenge the systemic causes of injustice.

This is an ideal opportunity for an empathetic immigration expert who thrives in an agile and collaborative environment, and wants to plug the vital gap in support available through legal aid.

• Pay: £36,000 - £42,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)

• Contract length: Permanent (6-month probation)

• Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate)

• Location: London hybrid (with possibility of remote-only for an exceptional candidate)

We offer a high-trust, learning-focused culture, flexible/remote options for exceptional candidates, generous SQE study/funding policies, and enhanced leave, pension, and sick pay benefits

The role

You will provide high-quality legal advice and representation at IAA Level 2/3 or Solicitor standard. Your diverse casework will range from assisting sponsored workers on high-risk visas, to managing complex human rights cases and supporting victims of modern slavery and trafficking. Crucially, your work will not happen in isolation. You will work closely with our employment advice team on overlapping cases, collaborate with policy and comms colleagues to evidence systemic issues, and help deliver public legal information and training.

About you

We seek an enthusiastic professional with at least 3 years of experience delivering high-quality immigration advice, who demonstrates a deep empathy for the experiences of vulnerable migrants.

You will also have:

• Level 2 or 3 IAA accreditation OR status as a qualified Solicitor eligible to practice in England and Wales.

• A 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in law or a related subject.

• At least 3 years’ experience providing immigration legal advice in compliance with IAA/SRA standards.

• Excellent legal research, analytical, and case management skills, with the ability to manage complex caseloads and tight deadlines.

• Outstanding client management and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to lay persons clearly and compassionately.

• A collaborative, team-first mindset and a commitment to the mission and values of the Work Rights Centre.

• Desirable: Knowledge of Modern Slavery and the National Referral Mechanism (NRM), familiarity with social welfare law, or proficiency in a language other than English.

How to apply

Send your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience, skills, and how you meet the person specification to by Sunday, 30th August.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a short technical task. 

Even if you aren't sure you check every single box, if you hold the required qualifications, share our commitment to high-quality legal advice, and have a passion for social justice, we strongly encourage you to apply.

Please download the full job description below for detailed responsibilities and organisation FAQs.

As Head of Initial Training, you will lead a committed training team and play a key role in ensuring that our formation, teaching and equipping enable Evangelists and Pioneers to thrive in a rapidly changing church and mission context. You will bring together theological education, creative teaching, formation and practical mission, ensuring that our training remains both academically robust and deeply rooted in the realities of ministry.

This is a role for someone who is passionate about developing people, confident in leading teams and excited by the possibilities of theological education and digital pedagogy. You will need to be an excellent communicator and teacher, able to inspire others, build strong relationships and lead with both vision and practical focus.

Please see the job pack for the full job description and person specification. 

Salary: £47, 467 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week with some weekends and flexibility as required for Training weekends and other relevant requirements.

Pension: Church Army is an auto enrolment pension employer. You will be assessed under pension auto enrolment criteria.

Annual Leave: 25 days, plus Bank Holidays (total 33 days)

Contract:Full-Time, Open Ended

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Application Deadline:9am on Friday 18th September 2026

Interview Date:  Thursday 1st October 2026, Sheffield

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To apply, please download and complete a Faith Based Application Form for this post. When you are ready to submit your application, please upload a copy on the Jobs page of our website.