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About This Job

This is an exciting role in Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK to be the focal point for HR support, organisational planning and recruitment. You will provide HR advice and support the Trustees, Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and all line managers in our charities. You’ll ensure that we have appropriate policies, comply with legislation, recruit the right people, manage them well, and provide opportunity for continuous professional development. This in turn leads to a pleasant working environment for all staff.

Essential Skills

· Associate member of the CIPD.

· Evidence of continuing personal and professional development.

· Sound experience in an operational HR role.

· Knowledge of HR legislation.

· Information gathering and analysis skills.

· Discretion and confidentiality.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially policy drafting and report writing.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information.

Our charity

ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people through supporting the Army Cadet Force and its activities in the community. The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience.

We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support.

We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities, it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.

Who we are

You will enjoy being part of our small team who work very happily together. By joining ACCT UK, you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.

The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role.

What we can offer you

In addition to your salary, we offer all staff:

· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager).

· The ability to work both from home and from our London office.

· Personal accident insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit.

· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff).

· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%).

· Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff):

o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year.

o An additional five days of volunteering leave.

· Support for qualifications and personal development.

· Employee Assistance Programme.

· Season ticket loan.

· Railcard (if you are eligible)

· A caring and supportive team environment.

How to apply

Please send a covering letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description along with a CV by 23:59 hours on Wednesday 29th October 2025.

Interviews will be held in Holderness House, 51-61 Clifton Street, London, EC2A 4DW during the week commencing Monday 10th November 2025.

Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. In addition, we will follow up references.

£29,000 - £35,000 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Permanent, Full Time

Immediate Start

Location: Hybrid - Remote working 2 days and office based 3 days

We are looking for a proactive and experienced HR Officer to deliver a high quality HR administration service to our Central Team. From onboarding new staff to managing payroll changes, absence records, compliance reports, and HR queries this is a varied and fast paced role supporting our wider HR strategy.

You will play a vital part in ensuring data accuracy, safeguarding compliance, and a positive colleague experience across the employee lifecycle.

What you will be doing : 

• Coordinating onboarding and pre-employment checks for new joiners
• Preparing contracts, payroll changes and issuing HR letters
• Maintaining up to date HR records, trackers and reports
• Managing the Single Central Record and absence recording
• Supporting line managers with  induction, probation tracking and HR queries
• Acting as the first point of contact for the central HR inbox and providing advisory support to Central Team colleagues
• Produce various documents, including reports, briefing papers, , and presentations, using data to support the Senior HR team's strategic needs.
• Provide support for annual audits, which includes collecting data, managing data requests and deadlines, and liaising with auditors to ensure all requirements are met.
• Oversee the administrative preparation for HR meetings, including creating agendas and presentations, travel arrangements and meeting materials
• Coordinate various trust-wide HR initiatives and cross-functional projects, spanning areas like surveys, audits, policy development, and document management.

What we are looking for: 

• Experience in HR administration, ideally in education or multi-site settings
• Strong attention to detail and confident data handling skills
• Organised, calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines
• Proficient in Google Workspace and MS Office tools
• Strong communicator with a proactive, service-focused approach
• Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality, and high standards

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your HR career within a forward thinking multi academy trust. You will join a friendly and supportive team where professional development and growth are actively encouraged.

Closing date : 19th October 2025

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools.  As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced HR Advisor to join our team starting, ideally, from early November 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor, transitioning to managing an HR standalone function. This is permanent full-time role based in Old Street, with occasional travel to our Bristol office.

You will have the opportunity to significantly contribute to the ongoing development of the HR function at Deighton, Pierce Glynn (DPG).  The role supports all aspects of HR administration, the activities relating to recruitment & development, diversity & inclusion, promoting positive employee relations, reward, wellbeing and helping to ensure relevant HR policies and procedures are understood and followed. You will have the opportunity to work with the DPG team and the Senior HR Consultant, collaboratively, to evolve the HR function, at DPG.  You will also have the chance to undertake HR initiatives that help deliver the DPG People and Culture objectives.

You will have the ability to truly grow and develop within the role as you will be the main HR contact for all HR matters, with support from the Managing Partner, Practice Manager and HR Consultant.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a Senior HR Admin role with some generalist background.
• A desire to continue developing your HR experience and growing your career in this area.
• Ideally level 5 CIPD qualified with a desire to continue to professionally develop.
• Able to demonstrate professionalism, discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Strong emotional intelligence, relationship building skills and a genuine desire to help ‘make a difference’ in terms of helping the team to be successful through a fair and consistent approach to developing HR practices that support their growth, motivation and wellbeing.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident in using and developing HR IT systems, with strong skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work at pace and multitask.
• There is no requirement to already have experience of working for a law firm, however we are looking for someone with a keen interest in working for a law firm with a strong ethos of ‘using the law for good’ and promoting civil rights.

DPG’s work is widely recognised and admired for our client focused approach and high-profile litigation assisting the vulnerable. This is a great opportunity to join our top ranked legal team.

We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best service to our clients. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation.  We particularly welcome applicants from a minoritized background to apply for this role.

Please apply with a CV and covering letter to our website,  please quote job reference 2025/13/LONHR in the subject line of your email and also complete our equal opportunities form

31 Jul HR Advisor/ Senior HR Advisor

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced HR Advisor to join our team starting, ideally, from early November 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor, transitioning to managing an HR standalone function. This is permanent full-time role based in Old Street, with occasional travel to our Bristol office.

You will have the opportunity to significantly contribute to the ongoing development of the HR function at Deighton, Pierce Glynn (DPG).  The role supports all aspects of HR administration, the activities relating to recruitment & development, diversity & inclusion, promoting positive employee relations, reward, wellbeing and helping to ensure relevant HR policies and procedures are understood and followed. You will have the opportunity to work with the DPG team and the Senior HR Consultant, collaboratively, to evolve the HR function, at DPG.  You will also have the chance to undertake HR initiatives that help deliver the DPG People and Culture objectives.

You will have the ability to truly grow and develop within the role as you will be the main HR contact for all HR matters, with support from the Managing Partner, Practice Manager and HR Consultant.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a Senior HR Admin role with some generalist background.
• A desire to continue developing your HR experience and growing your career in this area.
• Ideally level 5 CIPD qualified with a desire to continue to professionally develop.
• Able to demonstrate professionalism, discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Strong emotional intelligence, relationship building skills and a genuine desire to help ‘make a difference’ in terms of helping the team to be successful through a fair and consistent approach to developing HR practices that support their growth, motivation and wellbeing.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident in using and developing HR IT systems, with strong skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work at pace and multitask.
• There is no requirement to already have experience of working for a law firm, however we are looking for someone with a keen interest in working for a law firm with a strong ethos of ‘using the law for good’ and promoting civil rights.

DPG’s work is widely recognised and admired for our client focused approach and high-profile litigation assisting the vulnerable. This is a great opportunity to join our top ranked legal team.

We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best service to our clients. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation.  We particularly welcome applicants from a minoritized background to apply for this role.

DPGs aims and values can be found here.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to us outlining why you feel you are a great candidate for this role.  Please quote job reference 2025/13/LONHR in the subject line of your email and also complete our equal opportunities form. 

Closing date:  9.30am 14th October 2025

Applications received after this time cannot be considered.

Interviews: Suitable candidates will be invited to attend a skills test and interview in the week commencing 20th October 2025

Contract: Full time, permanent

Salary: £40,518- £46,000 per annum

Closing Date: 14th October 2025

Interviews will be held w/c 20th October 2025

Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a HR Business Partner to join our HR team based in London.

About us

We help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently. Centrepoint provides homeless young people with accommodation, health support and life skills in order to get them back into education, training and employment. We want to end youth homelessness by 2037.

Together with our partners, we support over 16,000 young people each year.

The HR team at Centrepoint is a small, friendly, and proactive team who focus on high levels of delivery, continuous improvement, and putting their colleagues first.

This is an exciting time to join the team as we launch our refreshed 3 year People Strategy. Key to the successful delivery of the strategy is embedding a business partnering model within the organisation. This is a new way of working for the organisation and so we are seeking candidates who are able to drive change and gain buy in from senior and junior stakeholders.

The role with therefore require a resilient, proactive, hands-on HR expert who can manage a varied workload and deliver positive outcomes for colleagues. You will need to be comfortable dealing with and managing change as well as being able to respectfully challenge established practices and build strong relationships built on trust.

You will also need to have a strong ER background as advising and supporting your stakeholders on ER matters will be a key part of this role.

This role offers an opportunity to make a real difference, contributing to people projects that will have a positive influence across Centrepoint and supporting our day to day operations as well as ensuring we deliver our strategic objectives.

Centrepoint operates a hybrid working model. The requirement is a minimum of 50% of your working week. For most full-time colleagues, this means attending the office for five days over a two-week period (e.g., two days one week and three days the next). For colleagues on different contracts (including part-time or compressed contracts) this will be adjusted accordingly.

About you

• Effective communicator both written and verbal
• Ability to self-motivate and determination to complete tasks to meet deadlines
• Wish for continuous self-development and the ability to self-reflect to identify better ways of working at all opportunities
• Collaborative team player with an inclusive approach
• Flexible in adapting to changing needs
• Accountable and ambitious to achieve results
• Focussed and committed to working with the core values at the centre of all you do.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively engaging with colleagues and stakeholders to embed people team initiatives in directorates
• Lead on a high volume of ER work
• Line manage, motivate and develop the HR Advisor
• Support senior leaders to identify individual and team strengths, addressing development requirements
• Build positive relationships and networks inside and outside Centrepoint
• Question and listen to understand colleagues and stakeholder needs, identifying common themes which support your decisions and actions
• Actively seek out opportunities to challenge and drive the delivery of own and team objectives, supporting and encouraging others to do the same
• Gather, analyse and interpret data and information to inform decision making

Leading people projects that enhance the People team offering and have a positive impact on all colleagues

Why join Centrepoint?

In return for your efforts you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:

• 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days
• Healthcare cash plan (Cover the costs of a wide range of medical treatment including Dental, Optical, Complementary and Alternative therapies).
• Private Medical insurance
• Income protection
• Employer pension contributions of 5%
• Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme
• An interest-free travel loan

At Centrepoint we challenge the discrimination within society that contributes to youth homelessness, and we are just as committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint itself. We are passionate about ensuring all of our colleagues are made to feel included in the work we do and that we value the rich diversity within the organization.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of homelessness or using young people’s services and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.

Centrepoint’s policy is to recruit, employ and promote people on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed, and to this end, our aim is to ensure that all applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our team as a HR Business Partner click ‘Apply’ now!

Please note: we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications

UK People Support Team Lead

Contract: Permanent, Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary:£57,415 - £60,436 per annum with excellent benefits

Location: London, UK.

UK hybrid working – at least 40 % of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel).

The 40% equates to 2 days per week for a full-time employee, one of those days must be a Thursday when the entire UK People Team are office based.

Change starts with water. Change starts with you.

Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.

About WaterAid

We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.

About the team

The UK People Team play a critical role in helping WaterAid realise its goals. We lead on the development, deployment and application of strategies, policies and guidance that ensure that WaterAiders are aligned and engaged, and that they have the skills and opportunities to maximise the impact they can make to our mission.  A small, impactful team, at the forefront of our delivery is the service we give to the organisation and central to that is our employee experience to support WaterAiders and the maintenance of a high-performing environment. 

About the role

A key leadership position in the UK, responsible for leading a dynamic and talented team who delivers the highest standards of operational support to WaterAiders in country. The role will need to plan, prioritise, and deliver to a high standard what we promise in order to deliver our ambitious mission.

Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of UK payroll, pension, and the annual reward process. You will support and coach your team for the development, review and application of UK policies and procedures and be a key stakeholder to our people system Administrator.

You will be working in a matrix environment across the UK People Team and the wider People and Organisational Development function.

In this role, you will:

Team Leadership

• Manage, coach and build the capabilities of the People Support Team, their performance and development in line with our values and people promise.
• Expertise and ownership of UK People Team policies, processes and procedures, ensuring that they meet legislative requirements, are fit for purpose and in line with best practice and organisational priorities under the umbrella of our employee value proposition.
• Lead the delivery of the programme of work so that service standards at met, solutions are pragmatic and driven by our values, minimising risk.

Payroll, Pension and Reward

• Accountable for the delivery of the UK monthly payroll and pension processes, providing oversight and support to the work of the in-house Payroll Officer and being a back-up to their role, to ensure payroll is run accurately each month.
• Implement the annual pay award operationally ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of payment to all UK based staff.
• Implementation of a new payroll system for the UK.

Systems and Reporting

• Primary super user in the UK of HR Information System, PeoplePlace, ensuring effective and efficient use of the system. Responsible that the country's employee data is correct and in compliance with data protection.
• Drive the importance of data and people analytics and create a culture of data-based decision-making and insight across the team.
• Ownership of maintaining the monthly UK headcount establishment data with key stakeholders in Finance.
• Annual analysis and statutory reporting of the Pay Gap in the UK.

Compliance and Contract Management

• Act as the UK Team specialist on areas of HR compliance, working with 3rd parties and specialist advisors, to ensure that our policies, processes and practices are compliant and meet legal requirements.
• Responsible for data protection in the People Team, provide senior expertise and build capability across the wider people function.

Other

• Ownership of salary calculations in the event of employee termination and/or redundancy.
• Monthly payroll and pension sign off.
• Budget management and invoice approval.

Requirements

To be successful, you will need:

Functional skills

• Proven experience in leading, managing and developing a high-performing people operations team in a matrix, fast-paced organisation.
• Proven experience in managing and running in-house payroll for at least 250 staff or more.
• Excellent understanding of HR policy development; and proven experience in developing and embedding HR policies, processes and procedures that are fit for purpose.
• A qualified and robust HR Practitioner who has sound and up-to-date knowledge of employment law, tax and legislative requirements affecting a wide spectrum of HR policies and practice, i.e. payroll, pension, reward and benefits, together with their application in the context of the employee experience.
• Working knowledge and experience of HR and Payroll systems, to maximise the functionality and create efficiencies.
• Demonstrate project management capability.
• Proven experience in contract management and managing a wide range of third-party service providers.

Personal qualities

• A self-starter who is focused on delivery and execution: proactive in bringing solutions and recommendations to resolve problems and continuously improve HR practices.
• Able to navigate uncertainty and ambiguity: comfortable working at pace. Resilient and able to work under pressure.

Desirable capabilities

• Degree-level education or equivalent.
• Associate (or higher) membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or equivalent work experience.
• An interest in and/or knowledge of development issues and the work of INGOs.

Closing date: Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on 28 October 2025. Availability for the First interview (online) is required for 10 November 2025, and the second interviews will take place in person at Canary Wharf on 19 November 2025.

How to apply: Click Apply to upload your CV and a short one-pager Cover letter.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?

At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.

Pre‑employment screening

To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Benefits

• 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays) - Please refer to the note below for clarification
• Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
• Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Season ticket loan
• Free annual eye tests
• ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
• Sabbaticals
• One paid volunteer day each year

As part of our annual leave policy, all employees receive three additional days of annual leave on top of their standard allocation of X days. These days are designated to cover the period when our UK office closes between Christmas and New Year, allowing all UK WaterAiders to take a well-deserved break.

These days are automatically scheduled and cannot be changed or moved. Annual leave is accrued based on your start date. If sufficient leave has not been accrued by the time of the closure, the 3 days will be taken as unpaid leave or pro-rated, depending on your circumstances.

Our Global Commitment:

Our people promise

We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.

Safeguarding

We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).

Together, we’ll change the world through water.

Join us and be part of the change !

We are recruiting for a People Business Partner to join our team in People and Culture 

Job Title: People Business Partner

Location: Homeworking with a requirement to occasionally work at Head Office (Vauxhall, London)
Salary: £40,080 per annum (Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement including London weighting allowance) 

Contract type: Full Time, Permanent 

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

We’re looking for a dynamic People Business Partner to join our People & Culture team. This is a pivotal role in delivering responsive, inclusive and customer focused people services that empower our colleagues and support Refuge’s strategic objectives. 

As a People Business Partner, you’ll work closely with designated teams across Refuge, providing expert HR advice and support on employee relations, recruitment, and organisational change. You’ll lead and develop the HR Coordinator, ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance with policies and legislation. You will analyse and interpret data and information to inform decision making. Your work will help shape a positive employee experience and contribute to making Refuge a great place to work. 

You’ll be an experienced HR professional with a strong track record in employee relations and recruitment. You’ll bring a proactive, solutions focused approach and be confident in coaching managers and making change. You’ll be passionate about creating inclusive workplaces and have a good understanding of employment law and HR best practice. 

Closing Date: 09:00 am 23 October 2025

Interview Date: 30 and 31 October 2025

TPP Recruitment are working with a long-established, and highly regarded charity based in Northern England that works with women who are involved in, or at risk of entering, the criminal justice system.

The charity's services are trauma-informed, flexible, responsive and dynamic, and their overarching approach is collaborative, strength-based and focused on positive outcomes.

The opportunity - Director of HR and Resources

Joining the organisation in this new role, this is an opportunity for an HR professional to:

• Lead on the development of the charity's people strategy
• Lead inclusive and innovative recruitment and retention strategies
• Design and deliver a comprehensive L&D framework for all staff, and also take a lead on succession planning and talent management
• Provide strategic oversight for premises and facilities, ensuring safe, accessible and welcoming environments across all centres
• Champion the charity's values, ensuring they are embedded across all policies, practices and systems

In order to be considered for this role, you will bring extensive experience in senior HR/People roles, with a proven track record of designing and delivering workforce strategies that drive organisational performance and culture change. You will possess in-depth knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, and bring confidence in managing complex employee relations issues.

This post is restricted to female applicants only as an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply, please send through your CV in response to this advert in the first instance and the team will be in touch with further details relating to the role and full recruitment process. Alternatively, contact Matt or Lisa in TPP's Leadership and Governance team via [email protected] / 0207 198 6060 to arrange a confidential discussion.

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

Following the retirement of a long serviing manager the Trust is now recruiting a new Service Manager to lead the Trust's Female Service. This is an attractive position for an experienced female practitioner looking to advance their career. If you are looking for the opportunity to lead a team dedicated to safeguarding and supporting homeless women to rebuild their lives this could be the job for you!
If you believe that you are up to the challenge, please email the Trust directly for an application pack
The pack will include a Job Descritpion; a Person Specification; with information about the Trust; and a copy of the official application form (CVs will not be accepted).
If you have any questions please feel free to email or to phone asking to speak with Kevin Curtis, CEO.

DEADLINE for applications is Wednesday 29th October. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 4th November 

About Southwark Charities

With a history of over 400 years, Southwark Charities provides affordable housing giving older people the opportunity to live independently in a safe, secure, and supportive environment. We also provide grant funding to a wide range of community organisations and charities working with older people in Southwark. We have a thriving membership programme to help enrich older people’s lives, support their health and well-being and tackle isolation.

Due to our prudent financial management our investments and varied income portfolio yields an annual operating budget of £1.9 million each year. Of this, we distribute around £500,000 in grants, a figure set to increase to approximately £1 million by 2029. In addition, we pay modest annual grants to around 200 individual members and organise a wide range of activities—such as theatre outings, day trips, and community events—for both almshouse residents and our wider membership community.

On completion of our new almshouse we will be providing affordable office space for like-minded organisations.

We are proud of our long history of service to Southwark’s older people and are committed to ensuring our organisation is well positioned to meet future challenges, including property expansion, increased grant-making, and a growing programme of resident and community engagement.

Our organisation currently employs a small but dedicated team of four:

• Clerk/Chief Executive (FT) – due to retire in November 2028.
• Operations Manager (FT) – appointed three years ago to free up the Clerk so they could oversee a major building programme.
• Grants Officer (FT) – currently manages ~£500k in grant giving (expected to rise to ~£1m by 2029) and provides administrative support to another charity.
• Membership Officer (0.8 FTE) – supports and organises activities for ~250 local people.

In the coming years, we face several organisational changes:

• Leadership transition with the retirement of the CEO (2028).
• Expansion of our property portfolio by 30 additional units on completion of a major works project, with the potential of a further site of 18 homes coming into our management and the rental of affordable office space.
• A possible second redevelopment of an existing site
• Growth in our grant-making capacity (from £500k to ~£1m annually).
• Expansion of membership support, resident engagement, and facility management responsibilities.

Objectives

We seek to engage an HR consultant to provide advice and proposals on the following:

1. Staffing Structure Review
   • Assess the current organisational structure and workforce capacity.
   • Review roles and functions through one-to-one interviews for clarity, overlap, and efficiency.
   • Benchmark against similar organisations.
2. Skills Audit
   • Identify current skills, gaps, and training needs across the team.
   • Recommend professional development opportunities.
3. Future Planning
   • Develop short-term (2025–2027) and medium-term (2028 onwards) staffing models.
   • Provide options for succession planning, particularly in light of the CEO’s planned departure.
   • Advise on HR implications of property & services expansion, increased grant-giving, and membership growth.
4. Practical Options & Recommendations
   • Present at least 2–3 structural options with cost implications.
   • Improvements to HR processes and systems
   • Any potential risks, concerns or obstacles and solutions to overcome them
   • Suggest phased implementation plans to align with organisational growth.

Deliverables

• Written report with analysis, skills audit results, and recommended structures (short-term and medium-term).
• Presentation to Board/Leadership team to discuss findings and options.
• Optional: Ongoing advisory support during implementation phase (to be agreed separately).

Timescale

• Initial engagement: 2025–2027 (review and preparation).

With a possible

• Phase two: 2028 (CEO transition, scaling of operations).

Consultant Profile

We are seeking an HR consultant (or consultancy) with:

• Experience in the non-profit, community housing, or grant-giving sectors, desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrated expertise in workforce planning, succession planning, and organisational design.
• Strong understanding of governance and operational needs of small-to-medium charities.

We would welcome an outline of your approach, proposed fee structure, and relevant experience.

How to Respond

Interested consultants are asked to have an informal discussion with our Chair, before submission of any proposal. Proposals should be no more than 10 pages and emailed by 22nd October outlining:

• Your approach and methodology.
• Relevant experience and case studies.
• A proposed work plan with timelines.
• Fee structure (day rates or project fees)

Indicative timetable:

Approval of brief 29th September:

Opportunity advertised closing date: 1st – 22nd October

Shortlisting: By 24th October

Interviews: Week commencing 27th October

Due diligence and reference checks completed by: 31st October

Contract starts: 3rd November

Draft report: 20th November

Final Report/Presentation to Board – 27th November

ROLE OVERVIEW

The role is responsible for delivering comprehensive HR support across the organisation covering recruitment, onboarding, training, and support for performance management and employee relations.  It includes managing volunteer processes and working closely with both internal managers and external HR and training providers.

The postholder will play a key role in maintaining effective HR systems, ensuring policy compliance and supporting a positive work culture.

Key responsibilities

· Managing end-to-end recruitment processes across multi-disciplinary teams, including: recruitment, onboarding, DBS checking, training and development, absence and performance management, and leaver processing

· Oversight of SCT’s volunteer recruitment, onboarding, training and administration in collaboration with SCT’s manager

· Working closely with SCT’s outsourced HR support

· Providing SCT managers with guidance on volunteer recruitment and any management issues

· Implementing, maintaining and reviewing an annual training plan for all employees

· Maintaining up-to-date staff files and HR system records including DBS validation, handling confidential employee and volunteer data in line with data protection legislation

· Supporting employee relations by assisting with complaints, grievances and disciplinary procedures including the provision of support to managers on all employee-relations matters

· Working with SCT’s Business Operations Manager to ensure accurate information is provided to SCT’s outsourced payroll administrators to ensure accuracy of all relevant information

· Supporting the ongoing review, development and improvement of clear, consistent and accessible policies and procedures across the organisation

· Working closely with SCT’s managers to promote the ongoing communication, implementation and participation in the review cycle of policies and procedures

· Undertaking other reasonable duties that may be required from time to time.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

· CIPD-qualified to level 5: significant HR management experience will also be considered

· 3+years demonstrable generalist HR management experience or similar role types – ideally in a small organisation or NFP

· Demonstrable experience of working across multiple sites

· Excellent communication skills both written and in person with the ability to adapt to a range of audiences

· Experience of presenting materials and report-writing to a range of audiences.

 

PERSONAL QUALITIES

· Professional demeanour

· Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters

· Meticulous attention to detail across a range of competing demands

· Ability to align with organisational values and promote the organisation’s vision and ethos

· Commitment to working in an inclusive, person-centred and trauma-informed environment

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience in developing and implementing annual training and development plans.
• Previous involvement in reviewing and updating organisational HR policies and procedures.
• Experience in the charity or voluntary sector, particularly in managing and supporting volunteers.

Camp Jojo is currently in transition. Over the first 8 years it has worked from one established site in Mersea, Essex; but we are now opening a second site near Appleby in Cumbria. The role of Program Manager will work across the whole organisation, towards the successful development of the values and the proven model in a second site; and its partnership with the Essex site will be an important part of the role.

Camp Jojo is growing from a young, largely trustee led, organisation to a staff team led organisation. Again this role will be a fundamental part of that transition. This is a predominantly an operational post, and not responsible for the finances of organisation, though it will deliver operations within the board approved budget. They will also sit on, or chair, several of the Committees of the charity; including the Senior Operations Team.

The role will offer leadership to key functions of Camp Jojo, Camp Jojo staff and contractors, and to members of the Camp Jojo Board, in relation to the work of the charity. Whilst the majority of the work will be remote the incumbent will be required to attend some meetings and events in person, including at both sites. They will also be required to attend at least part of the actual camp events. They may need to work flexibly, according to the seasonal demands of the charity.

The Program Manager will have a varied and sometimes high-pace job environment. As such, they will need to handle multiple tasks, manage their own time well, interact professionally with the Camp Jojo community and be very good communicators. They will deal with model consistency, values, and operational issues across both sites. 

Age UK Wandsworth is a local, independent charity that works to promote the wellbeing of all older people in the London Borough of Wandsworth. We offer a variety of services with the goal of helping older to age well in Wandsworth.

We are now seeking an Office Manager for our Head Office to help our small team become even more efficient in serving older residents in the borough. This is a brand new role and the right candidate will develop the role over time and become the lynchpin at our office site.

Are you passionate about supporting children and families in the early years? Do you combine excellent people skills with a sharp eye for detail and a talent for writing? Do you want to use your skills that will help drive change and positively impact the lives of children? If so, we’d love to hear from you. 

Home-Start Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, and Hammersmith & Fulham (HSWKCHF) is a highly regarded local charity, committed to giving children the best possible start in life. We’re looking for a kind, capable and proactive individual to join our dynamic and supportive team as Co-Deputy Manager (Operations & Fundraising). 

This is a 12-month role (with potential for being permanent, subject to funding), full time or 4 days a week, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your career in the not-for-profit sector. 

About the Role 

As Co-Deputy Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and sustaining our services. You’ll lead on operational delivery, contribute to strategic planning, and take the lead on fundraising, communications and volunteers. Your writing skills will be essential in crafting compelling funding bids and reports, and your organisational flair will help us run smoothly and effectively. 

We’re looking for someone who: 

• Is highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. 

• Has experience in fundraising, including developing and implementing strategies. 

• Can write clear, persuasive reports and grant applications. 

• Understands the significant contribution of volunteers.

• Is flexible, collaborative, and committed to our mission. 

What We Offer 

• A genuinely rewarding and positive work environment. 

• A supportive team that values your ideas and encourages personal and professional growth. 

• Flexible working arrangements, including at least one day of homeworking after probation. 

• Ongoing training and development opportunities. 

We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. HSWKCHF is committed to equality, diversity, and safeguarding the welfare of children and adults. 

For full details, please see the attached job description and person specification. 

HR & Administration Support Officer

We are looking for a proactive and organised HR & Administration Support Officer to join our Head Office team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in both HR and administrative support, ensuring the smooth running of our office and providing direct assistance to senior leadership.

Position: HR & Administration Support Officer
Location: Manchester, Head Office (with occasional national travel as required)
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Sunday 19th October 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

The Role

The HR & Administration Support Officer will support the HR Manager and Business Lead for Administration in delivering an efficient HR and administrative function. This varied role includes maintaining employee records, supporting recruitment and onboarding, coordinating training, and assisting with HR processes. Alongside this, you will provide administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office, offering secretariat support to meetings and working directly with the Chief Operating Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update employee records (digital and physical).
• Support recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate communication, and interview coordination.
• Assist with HR reports, contracts, and policy updates.
• Coordinate onboarding, induction, training, and employee engagement activities.
• Provide administrative support to the HR Manager and senior leadership.
• Act as a professional first point of contact for visitors and incoming calls.
• Support office coordination including supplies, post, and meeting room set-up.
• Provide secretariat support to meetings, including agendas, minutes, and action tracking.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to ensure seamless administration support.

About You

We are seeking a proactive and organised individual with excellent communication and administrative skills, ideally with some experience in HR or a related field. You’ll be confident managing multiple priorities and handling sensitive information with discretion.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• General administrative experience, including data entry and document management.
• Experience of scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and coordinating logistics.
• Basic understanding of HR processes (recruitment, onboarding, contracts).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to draft professional correspondence.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Desirable:

• Experience in a varied administrative role with direct HR involvement.
• Knowledge of HR systems (HRIS) and/or basic employment law.
• Experience supporting senior leaders or board-level meetings.

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Graduates or candidates with up to 1 year’s experience in HR/administration are welcome to apply.

To Apply

you will be asked to submit your CV along with a covering letter detailing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role.

About the Organisation

This private, not-for-profit company is responsible for the delivery, management, and administration of the National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme (NDORS) on behalf of the Police service. As the operating company of the Road Safety Trust, we are committed to promoting safer roads through education and training.

You may have experience in areas such as HR, Human Resources, HR Generalist, HR Advisor, HR Officer, People Officer, People Advisor, HR Coordinator, HR Administration, HR Administrator, HR Business Partner, Employee Relations Officer, People and Culture Officer, Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Recruitment and HR Coordinator, etc. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.